Maintenance Technician (Gatorade) - Nights

Pepsico•Mountain Top, KY

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician is primarily responsible for troubleshooting, repairs, and maintenance of all parts and equipment on the packaging line and blending areas to maximize run time. This role monitors packaging operations and suggests any mechanical/electrical changes or upgrades that would increase efficiency.

Requirements

Mechanical skills and experience: basic and general maintenance, burning and welding operations, predictive maintenance skills, plumbing, rigging, shop equipment and machining operations
Electrical skills, experience and ability to understand relay logic, electrical schematics, perform electrical troubleshooting on AC and DC circuits, VFDs, PLCs, operate computers and man-machine interface equipment. Test circuits, fuses, motor starters and motors.
Proficient in operating Shop equipment such as Lathe, End Mill, Welder.
Demonstrated initiative and ownership/pride in their previous roles
High level of organization, time management and attention to detail
Ability to take on multiple roles and tasks
Must be self-directed, and prepared to take on additional responsibilities when asked
Strong communication skills
Demonstrate initiative and possess leadership capabilities
Must be able to lift 50lbs
Must be a team player who works well with others at all levels of an organization
Must be self-directed, and prepared to take on additional responsibilities when asked

Nice To Haves

Willingness to work over time, weekends and off-shift.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain all parts and equipment on the packaging line and blending areas to maximize run time.
Monitor packaging operations and suggest mechanical/electrical changes or upgrades to increase efficiency.
Perform basic and general maintenance, burning and welding operations, predictive maintenance, plumbing, rigging, shop equipment, and machining operations.
Perform electrical troubleshooting on AC and DC circuits, VFDs, and PLCs.
Operate computers and man-machine interface equipment.
Test circuits, fuses, motor starters, and motors.
Rebuild packaging equipment as needed.
Advise Supervisor on any parts needed for the packaging line.
Perform preventative maintenance (PM) throughout the Plant including Fillers, Cappers, Depalletizers, Labelers, Conveyors, etc.
Replace, repair, and/or adjust mechanical parts such as valves, bearings, gearboxes, chains, sprockets, gaskets, seals, regulators, couplings, etc.
Calibrate level and conductivity probes through Wonderware computer software.
Enter minor program changes as needed based on equipment adjustments.
Operate and work on facility and equipment using mechanical, electrical, and control skills.
Write and complete work orders satisfactorily and in a timely manner.
Adhere to standard operating procedures (SOP) and follow lockout/tag out procedures.
Model safe and effective practice.
Address defects with Safety, Continuous Improvement, and Quality Leaders.
Ensure compliance to all Food Safety, GMP Procedures, HSE, and 5S requirements.