Machine Maintenance Mechanic

Job Details Posting Details Posted on August 12, 2026 Locations Showing 1 location Old Dutch Foods, Inc. 2375 Terminal Rd W Saint Paul, MN 55113, USA On-site Pay or shift range: $26.51 USD to $32.70 USD The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons. Production Full-Time Requisition #: MACHI001137 Description Machine Maintenance Mechanic – 3rd Shift Location: Old Dutch Foods, Inc. Shift: Monday – Friday | 9:00 PM – 5:00 AM Pay: $26.51–$32.70 per hour (based on experience) Join the Old Dutch Foods Team! Old Dutch Foods is looking for an experienced Machine Maintenance Mechanic to join our 3rd Shift Maintenance team. In this role, you will help keep our production and packaging equipment operating safely and efficiently by performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting equipment issues, and completing repairs that minimize downtime. The ideal candidate has strong mechanical and troubleshooting skills, enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, and is committed to workplace safety and food quality. Why Join Old Dutch Foods? Competitive pay: $26.51–$32.70/hour Weekly pay Overtime after 8 hours worked in a day Weekly On-Time Bonus Union position (Twin Cities Bakery Workers Local 22) Stable, full-time employment Opportunity to grow your maintenance career As a Machine Maintenance Mechanic at Old Dutch Foods, you will be responsible for the set-up, installation, and troubleshooting of machinery and facilities. Your role will include participation in facility maintenance, repair, equipment installation, and other related duties as assigned by the supervisor. You will adhere to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Food Safety/Quality Programs, consistently monitoring for food safety issues and reporting them to your supervisor. Job Duties: Ensure production and packaging machines run at standard speeds and adhere to quality specifications. Complete scheduled preventive maintenance. Troubleshoot and repair machinery as necessary to maintain productivity. Monitor production equipment and report any issues that cannot be immediately handled to the supervisor. Collaborate with other mechanics and PMOs as a team to maintain productivity. Participate in machine and general plant maintenance and repair as needed. Assist in the installation of new machinery. Work on assigned work orders. Perform weekly/daily machine/equipment inspections. Troubleshoot and repair Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs). Adhere to procedures for maintenance performed near food surfaces to ensure cleanliness and safety. Report any food safety or food quality issues to the supervisor. Follow plant GMPs and Food Safety and Quality Programs. Perform other related duties as directed by the supervisor. Job Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent. Minimum of two years of industrial maintenance experience, preferably working with form, fill, and seal or film packaging equipment. Past troubleshooting experience with PLCs is desired. Experience may be substituted with a successful completion of a two-year technical education in packaging, electrical, electronics, or a related field. Essential Job Functions: Troubleshoot and repair packaging machines to minimize downtime. Exhibit mechanical aptitude. Interpret and understand maintenance manuals in English. Maneuver around machinery 100% of the workday. Climb ladders/stairs as needed throughout the day. Lift heavy, uneven loads weighing up to 64 pounds. Bend or squat for 5-20% of the workday. Work in tight or awkward spaces. Maneuver cautiously on slippery floors. Work on elevated platforms. Adapt to varied environments: hot, humid, cold, noisy, wet, and odorous. Extend hands and arms from the body or overhead. Communicate effectively in noisy environments to ensure quality and safety. Complete safety training and adhere to requirements. Wear required personal protective equipment, including hearing protection, gloves, and respirators. Work up to 40 hours per week or more if needed. Maintain dependable attendance. Work safely around electricity and moving machinery. Maintain authorization to operate lift trucks. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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