Maintenance Technician IV

Refresco•Lakeland, FL

12h•Onsite

About The Position

Our vision is both simple and ambitious: to put our drinks on every table. We are the leading global independent beverage solutions provider. We serve a broad range of national and international retailers as well as Global, National and Emerging (GNE) brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from our production sites in Europe, North America and Australia. Although our own branding may not appear on the labels of the beverages we produce, there is a good chance you are reading this while sipping one of our drinks. Our ambition is to continually improve and it’s what keeps us at the top of our game. We are solutions-based. We are innovative. We seek out new challenges and conquer them. This is our company ethos, but it’s our people’s too: Refresco is at the cutting edge of a fast-moving industry because we have passionate people pushing the boundaries of what’s best. Stop and think: how would YOU put our drinks on every table?

Requirements

Ability to read, interpret, and apply safety regulations, operating instructions, maintenance procedures, and technical manuals.
Experience with industrial automation systems, robotics, and associated maintenance and troubleshooting.
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies, including Six Sigma and Kaizen.
Proficiency in basic mathematical calculations, including whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Ability to work flexible hours, including overtime, as operational needs require.
Five (5) plus years’ experience in industrial manufacturing maintenance required; preferably food and beverage manufacturing or packaging operations.
Electrical/electronic troubleshooting and repair skills required.
Licensed or certified on at least one piece of equipment such as; boiler, seamer, filler, etc.
Candidates will be required to take a Mechanical (Electrical) Skills and Aptitude Assessment in order to be considered.

Nice To Haves

Technical certificate, diploma, or equivalent qualification in mechanical, electrical, mechatronics, or a related technical field preferred.
Experience with Krones, KHS, or US Bottlers equipment preferred.
Advanced electrical troubleshooting skills and proficiency with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) preferred.

Responsibilities

Adhere to all company health and safety policies, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), food safety and quality standards, and Safe Quality Food (SQF) requirements. Wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE), including hairnets/beard nets, safety glasses, hearing protection, steel-toe boots, and seatbelts when operating forklifts, as applicable.
Perform scheduled preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on beverage production, processing, packaging equipment, and supporting utility systems to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, instrumentation, and PLC-related equipment failures using diagnostic tools, machine error messages, and operator feedback.
Respond promptly to production line stoppages, assess equipment failures, and coordinate necessary technical resources to restore operations efficiently.
Apply root-cause analysis to investigate recurring equipment failures, identify underlying causes, and implement corrective actions in collaboration with production, quality assurance, and engineering teams.
Inspect, assemble, disassemble, repair, and replace machinery components as necessary to maintain optimal operating conditions and compliance with operational and safety standards.
Utilize predictive maintenance technologies, including vibration analysis, oil analysis, and thermography, to identify potential equipment failures and improve maintenance effectiveness.
Operate and test repaired machinery to verify proper functionality, equipment performance, and the effectiveness of completed repairs.
Support equipment setup, startup, shutdown, changeovers, and cleaning procedures to maintain production efficiency and product quality.
Serve as the designated Subject Matter Expert (SME) for at least one piece of production equipment or supporting system, providing technical expertise, troubleshooting assistance, and recommendations for improved performance.
Prioritize and coordinate maintenance activities, equipment repairs, and installations to minimize production interruptions and meet operational requirements.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of maintenance activities, inspections, equipment failures, repairs, and spare parts usage within the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
Follow established equipment safety procedures, including lockout/tagout (LOTO), safe equipment operation, and applicable maintenance safety requirements.
Provide technical guidance, troubleshooting support, and training to junior maintenance technicians and production operators.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on equipment reliability, operational efficiency, productivity, and product quality.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor.