Automated Equipment Technician (12 Hour Nights - Rotating Weekends)

fairlife LLC; West Webster (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid Time Off

Parental leave & adoption assistance

401(k) matching

Wellness reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Life insurance & short-term disability

HSA funding

Tuition reimbursement

Learning & development

Job summary

Webster, NY-based fairlife, LLC seeks a Plant Automated Equipment Technician (AET) to maintain and troubleshoot automated assets and systems. You will join a shift maintenance team, handling planned and unplanned work per instructions and site rules.

Responsibilities include testing, documentation, preventative maintenance, and training support for other technicians across processing, packaging, ASRS, and facilities. Strong PLC/HMI/Robotics experience is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years maintenance experience in automated equipment systems and assets development and troubleshooting.
• Minimum of 5 years working in a manufacturing maintenance or engineering team.
• Knowledge of programming languages and software applications related to automation.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and industry regulations.
• Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in English: Comfortable with both written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Set up, maintain and troubleshoot automated processing, packaging, and warehousing systems and assets.
• Conduct tests to evaluate performance of automated systems and assets.
• Maintain records of automated systems and assets.
• Perform preventative maintenance on automated systems.
• Assist with the development of training materials for other technicians.
• Work as part of a team to plan, analyze and control the quality of processes.
• Install or replace control devices, HMIs, VFDs, Servo Drives.
• Plant liaison for new system start up and commissioning by outside contractors, OEMs, and vendors.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Manufacturing environment

Automation programming knowledge

Safety procedures

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Tools

PLC

HMI

Robotics

Visual Basic

Job description

fairlife, LLC is a Chicago-based nutrition company that creates great-tasting, nutrition-rich and dairy products to nourish consumers.

With over $3B in annual retail sales, fairlife's portfolio of delicious, lactose-free, real dairy products includes: fairlife ultra-filtered milk; Core Power High Protein Shakes, a sports nutrition drink to support post-workout recovery; fairlife nutrition plan, a nutrition shake to support the journey to better health.

A wholly owned subsidiary of The Coca-Cola company, fairlife, LLC has been recognized by both Fast Company and Nielsen for its industry leading innovation.

To learn more about fairlife and its complete line of products, please visit fairlife.com.

Join Us - Sign-On Bonus Included!

12 Hour Nights: This is a Night shift position, with hours from 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM. The role follows a rotating 2-2-3 schedule: two days on, two days off, three days on, followed by two days off, two days on, and three days off. Team members will work every other weekend, including Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

Shift Differential of $2 per hour for night shift.

Job purpose:

The maintenance staff is tasked with the upkeep of buildings and grounds, as well as upkeep of machinery and processing equipment needed to operate and maintain the facility. The Plant Automated Equipment Technician (AET) will report to the Maintenance Manager and will be maintaining all plant automated assets, systems, and areas. AETs will be members of the shift Maintenance teams and responsible for completing both planned and unplanned work in accordance with included instructions as well as any applicable rules and regulations.

Responsibilities:

• Set up, maintain and troubleshoot automated processing, packaging, and warehousing systems and assets
• Conduct tests to evaluate performance of automated systems and assets
• Maintain records of automated systems and assets
• Perform preventative maintenance on automated systems
• Assist with the development of training materials for other technicians
• Work as part of a team to plan, analyze and control the quality of processes.
• Install or replace control devices, HMIs, VFDs, Servo Drives. This may include programming the device or downloading Parameters to the device.
• Work with ICTs and Engineering personnel to c ontinually improve process control systems through Advanced Process Control, Alarm Management, and Operator Interface Optimization.
• Plant liaison for new system start up and commissioning by all outside contractors, OEMs, and vendors to ensure proper transfer of documented equipment changes and adequate training on the installation/changes that have been completed.
• Responsible for the training of end users on the operations of newly installed or modified automated equipment
• Provide technical training to other personnel.
• The AET will work in all areas of the facility including the Packaging Department, the Processing Department, the ASRS warehouse, and the Facilities/Utilities Department.
• Other duties may be assigned

Skills/Qualifications required:

• Minimum of three (3) years maintenance experience in automated equipment system and assets development and troubleshooting.
• Minimum of 5 years working in a manufacturing maintenance or engineering team
• Knowledge of programming languages and software applications related to automation
• Knowledge of safety procedures and industry regulations
• Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Proficiency in English: Comfortable with both written and verbal communication, including reading and writing.

Skills/Qualifications preferred:

• Associate degree in electrical/Electronic Engineering or Technology or related military service training programs. Additional professional training.
• Additional experience with machinery repair and control systems, including mechanical, electrical, piping, rebuilds/overhauls, instruments, or controls
• Additional training as an industrial electrician.
• Dairy and/or high-speed beverage maintenance experience
• Experience programming in visual basic or similar languages
• PLC, HMI, and/or Robotics experience

Working conditions and Physical requirements:

• Regular use of a variety of machines and hand-tools is essential. Standing for extended periods is common. Hearing and vision within normal range is important for conversations, to receive ordinary information and to prepare or inspect documents, manuals and drawings
• Good math and reasoning ability is essential. Able to understand and utilize engineering drawings, operating manuals, and blueprints to conduct business
• Sitting/Standing/Walking:Stands, walks and sits during completion of job responsibilities.
• Lifting/Carrying:Occasional lifting requirements as job demands. Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 lbs. on an occasional basis.
• Pushing/Pulling:Occasional pushing or pulling requirements
• Bending/Stooping:Occasional bending and stooping requirements
• Squatting/Kneeling/Crawling:Occasional kneeling or crawling requirements
• Twisting/Turning:Ongoing twisting or turning requirements.
• Climbing/Balancing Climbing and balancing is required during plant inspections, and other related job requirements.
• Reaching:Ongoing reaching requirements associated with job requirements.
• Grasping/Manipulating:Grasping and manipulating of papers, objects, and equipment will be required. Ability to keyboard for data input will be required on an ongoing basis.

Food Safety requirements:

• Notify supervision of any repairs or adjustments that are required that may affect product quality or food safety.
• Understand, observe, and comply with the handling and usage of the color-coded container policy while in the Production Areas.
• Perform all duties necessary to meet Company, Customer and/or Government requirements/standards as prioritized by the Company.
• Ability to initiate action to prevent the occurrence of nonconformities relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the product, processes, quality system, or safety system.
• Identify and record any problems relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the ingredients, processes, quality system, or safety system.
• Control further processing or delivery of nonconforming product in terms of Food Safety and Quality issues until the deficiency or unsatisfactory condition has been corrected.
• In the event of absence, another employee with the same skill level will assume the duties and responsibilities as required.

how fairlife nourishes you:

Atfairlife, we believe in better - and that includes how we support our people. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits and wellbeing resources designed to support you physically, emotionally, socially, and financially, both in and out of work.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, effective day one!
• Supplemental health plans (hospital indemnity, accident, and critical illness insurance)
• Paid Time Off to recharge and support work-life balance
• Paid parental leave & adoption assistance (up to $10,000)
• Parental support & family care benefits, including childcare resources and lactation support
• 401(k) to support retirement planning with up to 9% in employer match
• Wellness reimbursement (up to $500 for qualified wellbeing expenses)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for emotional wellbeing and work-life support
• Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability
• Employer HSA funding (for HDHP participants)
• Tuition reimbursement (up to $10,000) and student loan repayment ($200/month)
• Learning & development programs to unlock your full potential
• Rewards & recognition, matching gifts, free product, and Business Resource Groups
• Our manufacturing facilities are climate-controlled and a pristine work environment

fairlife'snour!shprogram is designed to meet you where you are - supporting your individual wellbeing journey while enabling you to do your best work every day.

position location:

Webster, NY

reports to

: Maintenance Supervis or

travel requirements:

10%

exempt/nonexempt:

Non-Exempt

*Base pay offered may vary depending on geography, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered.

Base pay range:

$39—$39 USD

fairlife, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. All qualified applicants and employees will be given equal opportunity. Selection decisions are based on job-related factors.

In addition to its nondiscrimination commitment, the Company will also provide reasonable accommodation of qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would impose an undue hardship on the Company. If you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please email [e-mail].

As our recruitment is primarily handled in-house, we work only occasionally with external agencies, and only those on our existing, pre-approved vendor list. At this time, we are not reviewing or expanding that list.

Unsolicited resumes or submissions from external agencies not authorized by our Talent Acquisition team will be considered direct candidate applications. As such, fairlife will not assume responsibility for any placement fees associated with these submissions.