Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

E.W. Grobbel Sons, Inc.; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 41,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision and life

Paid holidays & vacation

Quarterly bonuses

401(k) matching

Leadership development

Job summary

EW Grobbel is a Detroit-based premium meat producer with 140+ years of heritage. This Industrial Maintenance Mechanic role supports high-speed production lines, performs preventive maintenance, troubleshoots hydraulics, pneumatics, motors, and electrical systems, and fabricates needed parts.

The position operates on a 1st shift, 6:00 AM–4:00 PM, Monday–Friday with Saturday as scheduled, offering $30–$47 per hour plus shift premium and quarterly bonuses to reward performance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of industrial or manufacturing maintenance experience (food industry a plus)
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills; ability to work with hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical systems
• Welding and fabrication skills preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and emergency repairs on industrial equipment, conveyors, motors, gearboxes, hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical systems.
• Diagnose mechanical issues, replace or repair faulty components, and ensure all machinery operates safely and efficiently.
• Fabricate and install machine parts, guards, and brackets as needed.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Partner with the maintenance team to reduce downtime and improve production performance.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Mechanical troubleshooting

Hydraulics & Pneumatics

Electrical systems

Welding & fabrication

Job description

Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

Location: Detroit Eastern Market, Michigan

Shift: 1st Shift | 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Monday – Friday; Saturday as scheduled

Compensation: $30 – $47 / hour (Base Pay + Shift Premium + Quarterly Bonus)

How Your Pay Adds Up:

• Base Rate: $30 – $40 / hour


• Shift Differential: Add 10% to your base pay when working 2nd or 3rd shift


• Quarterly Bonus Program: Earn up to an extra 40 hours of pay each quarter based on productivity goals

At EW Grobbel, we’ve been crafting premium food products for over 140 years right here in Detroit. As one of Crain’s “50 Fastest Growing Companies,” we’re proud of our heritage—and even more excited about our future.

We’re seeking an experienced Industrial Maintenance Mechanic to support and maintain our high-speed production equipment. This hands‑on role is ideal for a mechanically skilled professional who thrives on preventive maintenance, advanced troubleshooting, and executing precise, efficient repairs in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

Your Responsibilities:

• Perform preventive maintenance and emergency repairs on industrial equipment, conveyors, motors, gearboxes, hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical systems.


• Diagnose mechanical issues, replace or repair faulty components, and ensure all machinery operates safely and efficiently.


• Fabricate and install machine parts, guards, and brackets as needed.


• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.


• Partner with the maintenance team to reduce downtime and improve production performance.

What We’re Looking For:

• 5+ years of industrial or manufacturing maintenance experience (food industry a plus)


• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills; ability to work with hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical systems


• Welding and fabrication skills preferred


• Ability to work independently and as part of a high-performance team

Why EW Grobbel?

• We’re growing—and we need skilled maintenance professionals to grow with us.


• Our legacy is over 140 years strong, but we’re just getting started.


• You’ll work in a supportive, fast‑paced, hands‑on production environment that feeds America.


• We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and the opportunity to take ownership of your work every day.

Equipment You’ll Work On

• High-speed food production lines


• Conveyors and automated packaging equipment


• Motors, drives, and gearboxes


• Hydraulic and pneumatic systems


• Industrial electrical systems (480V / 3-phase)

If you're a problem-solver who takes pride in keeping operations running safely and smoothly, we want to meet you.

At EW Grobbel, here are just some of the benefits you'll enjoy:

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance benefits


• Paid holidays & vacation time


• Quarterly bonuses


• Matching contribution to 401(k) plan


• Individual leadership development

About EW Grobbel

EW Grobbel is a family food company that was established in 1883. Headquartered in Detroit's historic Eastern Market, EW Grobbel specializes in whole muscle meat proteins and pickle products. We are best known as “America’s Oldest Corned Beef Specialist.” We supply our products to thousands of locations around the United States.

The foundation of the organization is centered on growing and developing each employee, both personally and professionally while producing premium quality food products. As an employee of EW Grobbel, you will be part of a fast‑paced, high-performance team, driven by employee engagement and powered by work precision.

EW Grobbel is committed to providing a work environment that is free of discrimination and harassment. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.