Maintenance Technician-1st Shift / $500 sign on + $4,000 regional relo bonus - Ditsch

Role: Maintenance Technician - Food Manufacturing

Pay Rate: $28-$33/hour.
Shift: 1st Shift (5am – 3pm)
Schedule: 10/hr. Shift (4-3) Weekends included.
Location: Cincinnati, Ohio 45246

$500 sign on bonus + $4,000 regional relocation bonus

The sign on bonus is paid after you’ve been with Ditsch USA for 91 days. The regional relocation bonus will be paid in two lump sum separate checks. 50% will be paid on the payroll after your 30th day and 50% on the payroll after your 91st day after you start employment with Ditsch USA. To retain the relocation bonus, you must remain employed by Ditsch USA for a period of 12 months after your start date.All compensation is subject to normal required and voluntary tax.

DITSCH USA creates memorable pretzel experiences! We bake artisan pretzels available for both food service and retail markets. As a leading producer of pretzels, we are committed to freshness and providing clean-label products. The quality of our irresistible products comes from more than 100 years of experience and craftsmanship in the ART OF PRETZEL MAKING!

We seek those who want to learn and grow within our organization. Ditsch USA offers development options to add to your skill set and open new opportunities for you within our organization. At Ditsch USA you will find a welcoming, safe, and team-orientated environment.

Job Summary:

We are an SQF-certified food manufacturing facility looking for a qualified Maintenance Technician to join our growing team! you will support all Maintenance tasks related to preventive maintenance, updating, repairing, optimizing, and installing existing and new equipment while complying with all safety rules, GMPs, and Food Safety or Quality.

What you will be doing:

• Perform highly diversified duties to install and maintain production machines and the plant facility's equipment.
• Maintain mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, troubleshooting, and repair of production machines.
• Maintain a clean and well-organized work area.
• Comply with work, safety, and environmental policies and procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) while working indoors and/or outdoors.

What qualifications do you need:

• You have a High School Diploma or GED; or an equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• You have at least 3 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment (food processing equipment experience desirable)
• You have strong pneumatic, mechanical, electrical, and industrial skills; experience with PLC's and VFD's
• You have the ability to weld.
• You possess a strong work ethic and commitment to attendance.
• You are able to perform duties independently or with minimal supervision while maintaining a high degree of integrity.
• You have strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• You possess good troubleshooting, print reading, and electrical skills.
• You have a valid driver's license.
• You have to detail and familiarity with industrial equipment.
• You can work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to frequent changes on the production line.

Physical Requirements:

• Possess excellent hand/eye coordination.
• Able to work in a warehouse with temperatures that can range from -10F to above-normal heat conditions.
• You can lift to 50 lbs. occasionally above shoulder height.
• You can work in an environment with light dust in the air, flashing lights, sirens, horns, and powered moving equipment operating in proximity.

What we offer you (perks, bonuses, benefits):

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• Automatic, FREE $25,000 life insurance policy
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• Additional voluntary life, AD&D, Critical Illness, and Short-Term Disability
• 401k Retirement Plan
• 401k Match
• Paid holidays after 90 days
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Ongoing training and development
• 91-day Bonus
• Referral Bonus

Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

The physical requirements are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

For more information, visit www.ditsch.com/en

Ditsch USA, is an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.