Maintenance Mechanic

Location: Eastern Market, Detroit, Michigan
Shift: 2nd Shift | 4:00 PM – 12:30 AM, Monday – Friday; Saturday as scheduled
Pay: $35.00 – $45.00 per hour
Signing Bonus: $2,000

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 seeking an experienced Senior Industrial Maintenance Mechanic to keep our high-performance production lines running at peak efficiency. This is a hands-on role for a skilled problem-solver who takes pride in preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and precision repairs.

Your Responsibilities:

• Perform preventive maintenance and emergency repairs on industrial equipment, conveyors, motors, gearboxes, hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical systems.
• Diagnose mechanical issues, replace or repair faulty components, and ensure all machinery operates safely and efficiently.
• Fabricate and install machine parts, guards, and brackets as needed.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Partner with the maintenance team to reduce downtime and improve production performance.

What We’re Looking For:

• 5+ years of industrial or manufacturing maintenance experience (food industry a plus)
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills; ability to work with hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical systems
• Welding and fabrication skills preferred
• Ability to work independently and as part of a high-performance team

Why EW Grobbel?

• We’re growing—and we need skilled maintenance professionals to grow with us
• Our legacy is over 140 years strong, but we’re just getting started.
• You’ll work in a supportive, fast-paced, hands-on production environment that feeds America.
• We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and the opportunity to take ownership of your work every day.
• If you're a problem-solver who takes pride in keeping operations running safely and smoothly, we want to meet you.

At EW Grobbel, here are just some of the benefits you'll enjoy:

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance benefits
• Paid holidays & vacation time
• Quarterly bonuses
• Matching contribution to 401(k) plan
• Individual leadership development

About EW Grobbel
EW Grobbel is a family food company that was established in 1883. Headquartered in Detroit's historic Eastern Market, EW Grobbel specializes in whole muscle meat proteins and pickle products. We are best known as "America’s Oldest Corned Beef Specialist." We supply our products to thousands of locations around the United States.

The foundation of the 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 will 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 that is free of discrimination and harassment. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Ready to build your future with us? Apply today!