Automation Development Program - Allentown, PA
About The Position
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. Automation Development Program - Allentown, PA The Automation Apprenticeship Program (AAP) is designed to develop Automation Sr. Maintenance Technicians for Niagara Bottling’s Maintenance department. An AAP participant will learn the skills necessary to act as an Automation specialist through a combination of formal classroom training and on-the-job training. Participants will specifically learn how to perform automation functions as it pertains to high-speed bottling equipment and utilities. Essential Functions The AAP participant will complete the below learning objectives of the training program: Shadow and learn from PLC Sr. Maintenance Technicians, Automation Engineers groups, Automation Specialist groups Assist with automation projects Assist with downed equipment repair during the production shift as needed Assist with crisis downtime situations Research and documentation using a computer Attend OEM trainings and apply learnings upon returning to the plant (at plant’s discretion) Perform on-demand maintenance and repair of equipment in the manufacturing facility Complete daily responsibilities assigned by the direct supervisor Explain and demonstrate accomplishment of the learning objectives for each learning activity in both theory and practice Work safely & follow the written procedures to do so Follow & respect company rules, staff and their peers Be at work on time based on their assigned schedule 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 notice.
Requirements
- 2 Years – Experience in Maintenance or similar manufacturing environment.
- Technician education
- Ability to understand and do math
- Mechanical and electrical aptitude.
- Attention to detail and organized.
- Ability to read blueprints & schematics.
- Able to stand, sit, squat or reach up to 12 hours per day as required by the specific job.
- Great attendance, be willing to work as a team, and take pride in their performance.
- Basic computer skills.
- Associate's Degree in Mechatronics, Computer Science or Electrical Degree
Nice To Haves
- 4 Years – Experience in Maintenance or similar manufacturing environment experience may include a combination of work experience and education
- 65% of travel may be required
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechatronics, Computer Science or Electrical Degree
- Vocational Technical School Certificate in a related field
Responsibilities
- Shadow and learn from PLC Sr. Maintenance Technicians, Automation Engineers groups, Automation Specialist groups
- Assist with automation projects
- Assist with downed equipment repair during the production shift as needed
- Assist with crisis downtime situations
- Research and documentation using a computer
- Attend OEM trainings and apply learnings upon returning to the plant (at plant’s discretion)
- Perform on-demand maintenance and repair of equipment in the manufacturing facility
- Complete daily responsibilities assigned by the direct supervisor
- Explain and demonstrate accomplishment of the learning objectives for each learning activity in both theory and practice
- Work safely & follow the written procedures to do so
- Follow & respect company rules, staff and their peers
- Be at work on time based on their assigned schedule
Benefits
- Regular full-time team members are offered a comprehensive benefits package, while part-time, intern, and seasonal team members are offered a limited benefits package.
- Paid Time Off for holidays, sick time, and vacation time
- Paid parental and caregiver leaves
- Medical, including virtual care options
- Dental
- Vision
- 401(k) with company match
- Health Savings Account with company match
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Expanded mental wellbeing benefits including free counseling sessions for all team members and household family members
- Family Building Benefits including enhanced fertility benefits for IVF and fertility preservation plus adoption, surrogacy, and Doula reimbursements
- Income protection including Life and AD&D, short and long-term disability, critical illness and an accident plan
- Special discount programs including pet plans, pre-paid legal services, identity theft, car rental, airport parking, etc.
- Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan and scholarship opportunities
- https://careers.niagarawater.com/us/en/benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
