Maintenance Technician at Watershed Foods, LLC

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

The Role

At Watershed Foods, we recognize the value of expertise in mechanical and electrical systems, and we're ready to consider candidates who possess proven hands-on experience in these areas. Whether you have a background in refrigeration, industrial maintenance, food manufacturing, or electrical work, your skills are highly valued here.

As a Maintenance Technician at Watershed Foods, you will be responsible for keeping our equipment in top-notch condition to meet production schedules. This role reports to the Maintenance Manager and involves working in 1 st and 3 rd shift positions .

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.
• Attendance, Safety, Service Awards.
• Company reimbursement for technical training.
• Uniform and Boots provision.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Company Events and Luncheons.
• Referral bonuses.

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!