Industrial Maintence Mechanic - Dietz and Watson

The Opportunity

As aMaintenance Mechanic, you are directly responsible for maintaining and repairing machinery, equipment, and systems in a food processing environment.

In this role you will use your technical knowledge and problem-solving skills to identify and fix issues, ensuring the optimal performance of machines and minimizing downtime.

Who We Are

Dietz and Watson was founded in 1939 by Gottlieb Dietz, a talented young German sausage maker. His primary goal was to produce the most flavorful, highest quality deli meats in the marketplace, to please even the most discriminating palate. His old-world recipes and commitment to “quality above all” demanded nothing less than the freshest lean beef, ham, pork turkey breast and chicken breast. He then added only the finest all-natural spices and seasonings gathered from around the world.

Today, at Dietz & Watson, the fourth generation of the family continues Gottlieb Dietz’s dedication and commitment in preparing our Premium Deli Meats and Artisan Cheeses. In fact, all of our standards exceed those set by government guidelines.

Our mission is always both perfection and originality. This is how we prepare wholesome, nutritious and uniquely premium meats. And our Master cheese makers create our hand-churned, small batch cheeses with the same commitment to “quality above all”.

This role offers comprehensive benefits and competitive pay packages. Direct payroll deposit weekly, Paid Holidays, and Laundered Uniforms are just a few of the other added benefits when you choose to be a part of the Dietz & Watson family!

What You Bring

• Visually inspect machinery /equipment for defects such as breakage or excessive wear

• Repairing production or processing equipment.

• Specializes in troubleshooting and repair of modern automated equipment.

• Troubleshoots and analyzes complex problems and implements proper remedies while ensuring that all safety guidelines and regulations are adhered to when repairing or maintaining equipment.

• Listen for unusual sounds from machines or equipment to detect malfunctions.

• Collaborate with other maintenance technicians and engineering staff to troubleshoot and resolve issues.

• Dismantle defective machines and equipment and install new or repaired parts.

• Clean and lubricate shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of machinery and equipment.

• Maintain operations of systems such as pneumatic, hydraulic, ammonia, etc.

• Install and repair electrical apparatus, such as transformers, breakers, switches, receptacles, wiring, and electronic components of machinery and equipment.

• Repair, replace, and maintain the physical structure of equipment.

• Operate cutting torches or welding equipment to cut or join metal parts.

• Preventative maintenance of equipment.

• Ability to interpret blueprints, schematics, and manuals.

• Ability to work independently and be self-motivated.

• Working with Material Handling Equipment daily.

• Fast paced work environment with, in, and around industrial machinery.

• Cold storage environment. Production rooms are kept at a constant 32 degrees (and below in certain areas). Ability to withstand cold storage temps for extended periods of time.

• Capability to bend, twist, and squat as needed throughout the shift.

• Ability to lift to 50 pounds without reasonable assistance.

• Must be able to frequently push, pull, kneel, bend, and reach with both arms.

• Ability to work in a refrigerated environment. Production rooms are kept at a constant 32 degrees (and below in certain areas). Ability to withstand cold storage temps for extended periods of time.

*Military experience welcomed

You should be proficient in:

• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Electrical Troubleshooting Skills
• Troubleshooting Industrial Automation Equipment
• Hydraulics Experience
• Experience in a Manufacturing Environment
• Machine Safety Inspections
• PLC Troubleshooting Skills
• HVAC

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) (Allen Bradley, Siemens)
• Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
• Servo Motors

Salary info:

$22 - $32 / hr