Maintenance Controls Technician

Talking Rain Beverage•Preston, WA

63d•$42 - $49•Onsite

About The Position

We're Talking Rain Beverage Company, we create better-for-you beverages featuring great flavors and colors from natural sources. We live life in full flavor and believe the world should too. We create connections with every sip of our iconic Sparkling Ice, Sparkling Ice Caffeine, Sparkling Ice Energy, Popwell and MIXT. When it comes to success, we know we're only as strong as our team. That's why we're an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity and practice inclusivity, hiring great people who enhance our company. Our Rain Makers are our most important asset. That's why we invest in them with benefits and development opportunities that reflect just how much we value them. Our Plant Operations team makes ideas a reality. They work hard to ensure our refreshing, flavorful beverages are bottled safely and on time.

Requirements

High School Diploma, G.E.D., or equivalent experience.
Minimum of three (3) years of maintenance experience in PLCs or a certificate of training in process control and automation, with a focus in PLCs.
High comfort level reading electrical and mechanical diagrams.
Proficient with the Microsoft Office suite.

Responsibilities

Program electronic components such as computers, VFDs, PLCs, and other modules.
Manage the plant's electrical needs, including installation of new equipment, as well as maintenance, repair, and rebuild of existing machinery.
Troubleshoot and track progress on open work orders, ensuring timely resolution of issues, escalating to plant partners as necessary.
Solicit and evaluate bids for special projects.
Coordinate, supervise, evaluate and assign work to subcontractors.
Conduct scheduled audits of all electrical systems in the plant and develop action plans to maintain compliance with current NEC, which may necessitate the interaction with government agencies as well as other inspection groups.
Install and repair electrical panels, motors, starters, and other electrical components.
Maintain a safe, sanitary environment.
Serve on cross-functional committees and task forces, assisting in the training of new plant team members.
Abide by Good Manufacturing Practices regulations.
Inform direct and indirect supervision of any critical matters immediately.
Ensure food safety, quality, and SQF practices are followed at all times, notifying immediate supervisor of any food safety and/or quality issues.
Complete other responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

Three Weeks of Vacation. And that's just to start! Spend some time with us, and you'll accrue an additional week every few years, depending on your exempt status!
FMLA qualifying Rain Makers receive six weeks of paid parental leave. Parents get to spend time at home bonding with their new addition (whether it arrives by birth, fostering, or adoption). For birth mothers, additional time is provided for medical leave. Depending on the state in which you reside, additional time may also be available for parents who do not require medical leave.
Flexibility Stipend. For eligible Rain Makers, spend this extra monthly stipend as you wish, but know it's intended to contribute to things like your phone, internet or other business uses while working remotely or needs outside of normal working hours.
Relocation: Relocation Available (when available)
Onsite and Hybrid Employees: Get paid to carpool! Drive to work with another Rain Maker every week at least 2X a week and receive $0.25 per mile.
401k with Immediate Vesting. With matched contributions and investment customization, we'll help build a plan to reach your goals.
Fitness Reimbursements. We're all about going the extra mile, so we provide reimbursements for community events and competitions like fun runs, triathlons, and cycling tours.
Employees may also enjoy access to our on-site gym in Preston complete with a personal trainer 2 days per week.
Medical/Dental/Vision. Not only do we offer it, but our plans are excellent and flexible to your needs. And one is even free for our Rain Makers!
Vehicle Program -
Field Sales Specialist - Mileage is reimbursed at the IRS rate
Field Sales Managers and Market Managers - Company car or vehicle stipend included!
Regional Sales Managers and Sales Directors - We use the leader in vehicle reimbursement solutions, Motus. This program provides a monthly fixed and variable rate that adheres to IRS guidelines for the business use of personal vehicles.