Maintenance Technician

At Niagara, we’re looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water.Consider applying here, if you want to:

Work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact.

Develop lasting relationships with great people.

Have the opportunity to build a satisfying career.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our Team Members.Maintenance TechnicianThe Maintenance Technician is responsible for ensuring equipment uptime through timely, in-depthtroubleshooting and repair. The Maintenance Technician performs troubleshooting and repair of allproduction equipment including injection molders, blow molders, fillers/cappers, labelers, case packers,conveyors, palletizers, and stretch wrappers. The Maintenance Technician also performstroubleshooting and repair of facilities and auxiliary equipment, such as chillers, air compressors,Reverse Osmosis, other water filtration equipment and general maintenance of the plant. TheMaintenance Technician works directly with machine Operators, Supervisors, Preventative MaintenanceMechanics and Sr. Maintenance Technicians to resolve mechanical issues that arise during shift. TheMaintenance Technician proposes solutions to complex and reoccurring problems on productionequipment to Sr. Mechanics and Management to resolve issues.Essential Functions Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems using schematics, technicaldrawings and testing equipment Repair equipment, fixtures, systems, conveyors, and other equipment at facility Modify, lubricate, diagnose, and operate equipment in accordance with Niagara’s defined processes Maintain industrial control systems Work independently and with other team members to complete repairs in a safe and timely manner

May fill in for production operator as needed

Create and report repairs throughout shift. Complete required work order paperwork, document parts and material usage Understand and follow plant safety rules including safe lifting practices and safe machine operation. Personal Protective Equipment is to be used where required Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job to ensure equipment and facility uptime Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list 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 prior noticeQualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

4 Years – Experience in Field or similar maintenance environment

4 Years – Experience in Position

4 Years – Experience managing people/projects

experience may include a combination of work experience and education

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and resolve issues across multiple departments

Basic experience with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook

Effective communication of issues and solutions to cross-functional team members

Ability to read and interpret schematics: electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic

Skilled in the use of shop equipment such as hydraulic and mechanical presses, bench grinder, drill press, mill and lathe, and assorted power tools

Proficient skills with precision measuring equipment, such as calipers, dial indicators, bore gauges, and depth gauges

Willingness to be a technical leader and trainer within a specific area of plant or machine center

Will need own toolbox and basic tools

Preferred Qualifications:

6 Years– Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment

6 Years – Experience working in Position

6 Years – Experience managing people/projects

experience may include a combination of work experience and education

Experience in high-speed manufacturing, bottling, beverage, packaging, or plastics industries

Experience with the following technologies:

Variable frequency drive (VFD), servo drives, and servo motor

Rotary equipment such as rotary press or filler

Thermodynamics, heat transfer, or plastics processing

Krones, Sidel, or Husky equipment

HVAC including chillers and/or air compressors

Experience working with electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic schematics for troubleshooting

Skilled in fabrication capabilities such as cutting and welding (mig, tig or stick)

Skilled working with electrical systems including 480VAC & 24VDC power

Ability to read and interpret schematics for process and instrumentation diagrams

Skilled in the repair of variable frequency drives, servo motors and controllers, communication systems (asi-bus, can-bus, profi-bus, ethernet), PLC input/output cards, and safety modules

CompetenciesThis position embodies the values of Niagara’s LIFE competency model, focusing on the following key drivers of success:

Lead Like an Owner

Makes safety the number one priority

Keeps alert for safety issues and escalates immediately

Effectively prioritizes tasks based on department goals

Shows respect to others and confronts interpersonal issues directly

Prioritizes resolution of customer issues effectively

Responds promptly and honors commitments to internal and external customers

InnovACT

Makes recommendations to continuously improve policies, methods, procedures, and/or products

Demonstrates adaptability by reacting appropriately to unexpected changes in situations or circumstances

Increases performance through greater efficiency

Find a Way

Seeks to develop technical knowledge through learning from other experts

Understands interdepartmental impact of individual decisions and actions

Seeks solutions rather than placing blame

Empowered to be Great

Consistently looks for ways to improve one’s self through growth and development opportunities

Communicates clearly and promptly up, down, and across

Communicates effectively to manage expectations

Education

Minimum Required:

High School Diploma

Preferred:

Associate’s Degree in manufacturing, manufacturing technology, mechatronics, industrial manufacturing, manufacturing automation or other similar manufacturing-related specialization

Certification/License:

Required: N/A

Preferred: N/A

Foreign Language

Required: None Required

Preferred: None Required

Benefitshttps://careers.niagarawater.com/us/en/benefits

Los Angeles County applicants only Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and any other applicable local and state laws.

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