Rochelle Foods - Maintenance Mechanic 2nd/3rd Shift 2026
Hormel Foods · Rochelle, IL
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Experience asked
- 18+ years
- Industry
- Food & beverage
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
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A technician-level reliability role at Hormel Foods (food & beverage) in Rochelle, IL. Based on qualifications and/or experience.
- They ask for
- 18+ years
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in Illinois: typical posted base $92k–$107k.
Median of the low and high ends of 4 live postings that list pay, out of 138 maintenance technician openings in Illinois, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 147 other live reliability postings in Illinois.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- More than usual (18+ vs 4+)
Typical $81k–$107k, from 12 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 53%
- PLC 40%
- Welding 30%
- Root cause 20%
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qualifications
and/or experience.
Applicants must NOT now, or at any time in the future, require employer sponsorship for a work visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
MUST be 18 years of age or older.
Rochelle Foods LLC has openings for Industrial Maintenance Mechanics. Successful candidates will work in our food processing production facility located in Rochelle, IL and enjoy competitive wages along with a competitive benefits package. Vacancies are typically on 2nd or 3rd shift with opportunities for overtime. Weekend work is required. Specific schedules will be discussed during the interview process. Rochelle Foods, LLC produces a variety of products for foodservice and retail consumers, including Hormel® Bacon 1, Hormel® Black Label® bacon, precooked and microwaveable bacon, Hormel® Compleats® microwaveable meals and deli hams.
Responsibilities
This position requires the ability to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair equipment in an industrial manufacturing environment. Perform proactive and reactive maintenance on all production equipment, buildings, and grounds. Use knowledge and skill to produce equipment and modify existing equipment to meet the needs of the production teams. Perform the necessary work with a minimum of direct supervision to identify and solve problems. Use communication skills to keep Supervisors, Maintenance Engineers and fellow team members informed of their progress. Performs other tasks as assigned by management. Follow food safety procedures in accordance with the food safety policies of Rochelle Foods, LLC.
Preferred Qualifications
Qualified candidates will have either previous relevant experience as an Industrial Maintenance Mechanic, or related field, or training at an accredited technical school.
· Strong problem solving and decision-making skills.
· Ability to work in a team environment on a variety of complex projects.
· Well-developed interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills
· Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Experience
· Prefer completion of technical training at an accredited technical school for industrial maintenance/mechanic
· Prefer 6+ months experience working as an industrial maintenance mechanic, preferably in a food production facility
Apply at www.rochellefoodsjobs.com
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Maintenance Mechanics 2nd and 3rd Shifts
Starting Hourly Range : $33.00 - $36.00* + shift differential ( $0.75 shift differential for 2nd shift & $1.00 shift differential for 3rd shift).
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Company Information
Thank you for your interest in becoming part of the Rochelle Foods Team! At the Rochelle Foods plant, Employee Safety and Food Safety are our top priorities! We believe every employee has the responsibility to maintain a safe working environment by closely following our safety policies and actively engaging in our safety policies and actively engaging in our safety culture. Also, by adhering to the highest food safety standards, our manufacturing facility is able to produce quality, wholesome foods to our consumers.
Employee Food & Safety
At Rochelle Foods, Employee Safety and Food Safety are our top priorities! We believe every employee has the responsibility to maintain a safe working environment by closely following our safety policies and actively engaging in our safety culture. Also, by adhering to the highest food safety standards, our manufacturing facility is able to produce quality, wholesome foods to our consumers.
Benefits
Our benefits package includes a comprehensive health insurance plan, prescription drug plan, dental and vision plan, 401(k) with company match, employee assistance and wellness plan, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, vacation and holiday pay, and educational assistance for employees and their dependents.
New Employees
New Employees at our facility are immediately place on a 3-month probationary period. During this time, employee attendance and performance are closely monitored. While on probation, management reserves the right to move and employee to a different open position anywhere in our facility to meet the needs of the business.
We appreciate our consideration of our company as your next employer and look forward to hearing from you!
If you need assistance completing the online application, please contact the HR office at 815-562-4141.