Maintenance Technician

Watershed Foods LLC; Gridley (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to ensure peak performance of equipment in a dynamic food manufacturing environment. This role involves troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems, collaborating with contractors, and proposing process improvements to minimize downtime. Join a dedicated team that values innovation and growth while maintaining the highest standards in food safety and quality. If you have a background in industrial maintenance and are ready to make a significant impact, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Medical Benefits

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Vacation Accrual

Paternity Leave

Uniform and Boots Provision

Employee Assistance Program

Company Events and Luncheons

Qualifications

• 2-6 years of industrial maintenance experience with electronic/control systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot electro-mechanical systems effectively.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with sanitation and food safety policies.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment as needed.
• Conduct root cause analysis to eliminate recurring issues.

Skills

Mechanical Systems

Electrical Systems

Troubleshooting

Industrial Maintenance

Refrigeration

PLC Systems

Pneumatics

Job description

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This range is provided by Watershed Foods LLC. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$30.00/hr - $40.00/hr

Maintenance Technician – $30-$40/hr based on experience + Benefits – Gridley, IL

The Role

At Watershed Foods, we know that skilled hands keep our operations running smoothly. If you have experience in mechanical and electrical systems, we want to hear from you! Whether your background is in refrigeration, industrial maintenance, food manufacturing, or electrical work, your expertise is a key asset to our team.

We’re looking for a Maintenance Technician to help keep our equipment operating at peak performance, ensuring we meet our production goals. This role reports to the Maintenance Manager and offers 1st and 3rd shift opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Watershed Foods sanitation, GMPs, HACCP procedures, Food Safety policies, and Occupational Safety Policies.
• Efficiently troubleshoot, correct, and repair equipment as needed.
• Complete maintenance tasks, including pump/gearbox rebuilds, electrical troubleshooting, mechanical component replacement, piping changes, and small fabrication projects.
• Collaborate with and oversee contractors for project and maintenance tasks.
• Propose process improvements to minimize downtime.
• Conduct root cause analysis to eliminate recurring issues.
• Maintain a clean work area and detailed records.
• Be available for call-in situations, including weekends and other shifts.

The Company

Watershed Foods is a food manufacturer of freeze-dried products. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards in food safety and quality. At Watershed we are servant leaders, team oriented, and love to innovate and pursue growth, all while getting amazing results! If this is you, then this may be the position you’ve been looking for! Join a tight knit team in a caring and respectful organization that encourages innovation, creative solutions and ideas.

The Benefits

• PPO or HSA medical benefits with Employer Contributions.
• Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability insurance.
• Immediate eligibility in 401K with a competitive company match.
• 8 Holidays, Vacation accrual, PTO program, Paternity Leave.
• Company reimbursement for technical training.
• Uniform and Boots provision.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Company Events and Luncheons.

The Person

• 2-6 years of industrial maintenance experience, including electronic/control systems, pneumatics, PLC systems, industrial automation, etc.
• Ability to troubleshoot electro-mechanical systems effectively.
• Knowledge of electricity and electronic principles, including motor controls and VFDs.
• Experience with mechanical components such as pumps, gearboxes, bearings, and conveyors.
• Understanding of electrical schematics and P&ID.
• Physical capability to meet job requirements, including lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying (up to 100lbs) in extreme hot and cold conditions.
• Knowledge of electrical conduit installation (preferred).
• Knowledge of boilers (preferred).
• Experience in food manufacturing and industrial automation and controls (preferred).
• Knowledge of industrial refrigeration principles (helpful).

Join us and become an integral part of our team, dedicated to maintaining the highest standards in food manufacturing maintenance. Apply now!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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