Manufacturing Mechanic

E.W. Grobbel Sons, Inc.; Saint Clair Shores (MI); Hybrid; USD 48,216 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Paid holidays and vacation time

Quarterly bonuses

401(k) with company match

Leadership and career development opportunities

Job summary

E.W. Grobbel Sons, Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Mechanic to join our team in St. Clair Shores, Michigan. In this role, you'll be responsible for troubleshooting and maintaining high-speed production equipment, ensuring operations run safely and efficiently. With a pay rate of $35.00 – $45.00 per hour, this position offers a chance to make a direct impact on production.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of mechanical maintenance experience, strong troubleshooting skills, and experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, and production equipment. Join us at E.W. Grobbel, where we’ve been crafting premium food products for over 140 years.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills are essential.
• Experience with high-speed production equipment is required.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain high-speed production and packaging equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance and emergency repairs.
• Diagnose mechanical failures and replace or repair components.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Fabrication

Welding

Education

5+ years of mechanical maintenance experience

Tools

Industrial electrical systems (480V / 3‑phase)

High-speed food production lines

Conveyors

Job description

Manufacturing Mechanic

Location: St. Clair Shores, Michigan

Shift: 2nd Shift | 4:00 PM – 12:30 AM, Monday – Friday; Saturday as scheduled

Pay: $35.00 – $45.00 per hour

Diesel Mechanics, Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Fleet Technicians, and Millwrights, are encouraged to apply.

If you enjoy solving problems, learning new equipment, and working with a strong team, we'd like to meet you.

EW Grobbel is looking for a hands‑on Manufacturing Mechanic to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain high‑speed production equipment. If you enjoy diagnosing tough mechanical problems, rebuilding equipment, and keeping operations running safely and efficiently, we want to talk to you.

This position may require an initial training period of up to 90 days at our Detroit Eastern Market location before transitioning to the primary work site.

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 growing and looking for skilled mechanics who want to make an impact, solve problems, and be part of a high‑performing maintenance team.

Your Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain high‑speed production and packaging equipment.


• Perform preventive maintenance and emergency repairs on conveyors and automated production equipment, motors, drives, pumps, and gearboxes, bearings, chains, and sprockets, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, industrial electrical systems (480V / 3‑phase).


• Diagnose mechanical failures and replace or repair defective components.


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


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


• Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and machine rebuilds.


• Partner with production and maintenance teams to minimize downtime and improve equipment reliability.

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of mechanical maintenance experience in manufacturing, industrial maintenance, diesel repair, heavy equipment, fleet maintenance, military mechanics, or related fields.


• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills.


• Experience working with hydraulics, pneumatics, motors, conveyors, gearboxes, bearings, and production equipment.


• Welding and fabrication experience preferred.


• Basic electrical troubleshooting experience, including 480V and 3‑phase systems, is a plus.


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


• Strong sense of urgency and pride in producing quality work.

Equipment You'll Work On

• High‑speed food production lines


• Conveyors and automated packaging equipment


• Motors, drives, and gear reducers


• Hydraulic and pneumatic systems


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


• Pumps, bearings, chains, and sprockets


• PLC‑controlled production equipment

You’ll Thrive Here If You:

• Enjoy diagnosing and solving complex mechanical problems.


• Take pride in keeping equipment running safely and efficiently.


• Like working in a fast‑paced, hands‑on environment.


• Want to make a direct impact on production every day.


• Enjoy working on a variety of equipment and learning new systems.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance


• Paid holidays and vacation time


• Quarterly bonuses


• 401(k) with company match


• Leadership and career development opportunities


• Stable, growing company with opportunities for advancement

About EW Grobbel

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

The foundation of our 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’ll 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 free of discrimination and harassment. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Ready to put your mechanical skills to work with a company that’s built to last? Apply today!