Blueprints, Electrical Components, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Wiring, Electricity, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Food Production, Government, Hydraulic Engineering, Identify Issues, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, MTA, Maintenance - Electrical, Operational Support, Pallet Jack, Prescription Drugs, Preventative Maintenance, Problem Solving Skills, Schematics, Systems Maintenance, Welding
Join a team driven by quality above all
Dietz & Watson has focused on uncompromising quality since 1939, when master sausage maker Gottlieb Dietz began crafting deli meats with fresh, lean proteins and carefully selected natural spices. Four generations later, we still surpass government guidelines and pursue both perfection and originality in our premium deli meats and artisan, small-batch cheeses.
Role focus: Keep production moving
- Troubleshoot and repair modern automated production and processing equipment.
- Inspect machines for wear, breakage, and defects; listen for abnormal sounds to detect issues early.
- Collaborate with maintenance and engineering to solve complex problems safely and efficiently.
- Dismantle equipment and install new or repaired parts; restore equipment to optimal condition.
- Clean and lubricate bearings, gears, shafts, and other moving components.
- Support operation and maintenance of pneumatic, hydraulic, and ammonia systems.
- Install and repair electrical systems and components: transformers, breakers, switches, receptacles, wiring, and electronic parts.
- Repair, replace, and maintain the physical structure of plant equipment.
- Perform cutting and joining with torches and welding equipment.
- Execute preventative maintenance to minimize downtime.
- Interpret blueprints, schematics, and manuals to guide work.
- Work independently with strong self-direction in a fast-paced industrial environment.
- Operate and service material handling equipment daily; experience with pallet jack maintenance is preferred.
Environment & physical requirements
- Work with, in, and around industrial machinery in a fast-paced setting.
- Refrigerated production areas maintained near 32°F (lower in some zones); must tolerate cold storage for extended periods.
- Frequently bend, twist, squat, push, pull, kneel, and reach with both arms.
- Lift up to 50 pounds without reasonable assistance.
Pay, schedule, and perks
- Full-Time Hourly Positions- $20.00-$40.00 based on experience
- Premium Differential Pay for 2nd and 3rd shift $1.50
- Weekly Payroll via Direct Deposit
- Product Discounts
- Sliced lunch meats provided daily
- MTA Discounts
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday Pay
- Laundered Uniforms
- Benefits Package Including
- Medical/Dental/Vision/RX/Disability/401K
Why it matters
By ensuring every system performs reliably—mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and ammonia—you help us deliver safe, consistent quality to our customers every day.
Military experience welcomed.