Automation Development Program - Las Vegas, NV.

Niagara Bottling; Diamond Bar (CA); Hybrid; USD 82,700,000 - 120,121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Niagara Bottling is seeking motivated participants for its Automation Development Program in Las Vegas, NV, starting May/June 2027. The program trains Maintenance Technicians to become automation specialists for high-speed bottling lines.

Participants will learn through a blend of classroom training and on-the-job practice, supporting automation projects, reading blueprints, and performing preventive maintenance while adhering to safety rules and company policies.

Qualifications

• 2 years – experience in maintenance or similar manufacturing environment.
• 4 years – experience in maintenance or similar manufacturing environment (preferred)
• Ability to understand and do math.
• Mechanical and electrical aptitude.
• Attention to detail and organized.
• Ability to read blueprints & schematics.
• Stand, sit, squat or reach up to 12 hours per day as required by the specific job.
• Great attendance and team player.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Shadow and learn from PLC Sr. Maintenance Technicians and Automation Engineers 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.
• 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 learning objectives for each activity.
• Work safely and follow written procedures.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Math skills

Blueprint reading

Education

Associate's Degree in Mechatronics/CS/Electrical

Bachelor's Degree in Mechatronics/CS/Electrical

Job description

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.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our Team Members.

Automation Development Program – Las Vegas, NV (Starting May/June 2027)

The Automation Development Program 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

• 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.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:
2 Years – Experience in Maintenance or similar manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications:
4 Years – Experience in Maintenance or similar manufacturing environment
*experience may include a combination of work experience and education

Travel Requirements

65% of travel may be required.

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.

Competencies

• Lead Like an Owner – Makes safety the number one priority, Keeps alert for safety issues and escalates immediately, Effectively prioritizes tasks based on department goals, Shows respect to others and confronts interpersonal issues directly, Prioritizes resolution of customer issues effectively, Responds promptly and honors commitments to internal and external customers.
• InnovACT – Makes recommendations to continuously improve policies, methods, procedures, and/or products, Demonstrates adaptability by reacting appropriately to unexpected changes in situations or circumstances, Increases performance through greater efficiency, Find a Way – Seeks to develop technical knowledge through learning from other experts, Understands interdepartmental impact of individual decisions and actions, Seeks solutions rather than placing blame, Empowered to be Great – Consistently looks for ways to improve one’s self through growth and development opportunities, Communicates clearly and promptly up, down, and across, Communicates effectively to manage expectations.

Education

Minimum Required: Associate's Degree in Mechatronics, Computer Science or Electrical Degree

Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in Mechatronics, Computer Science or Electrical Degree

Certification / License

• Required: N/A
• Preferred: Vocational Technical School Certificate in a related field

Foreign Language

• Required: None
• Preferred: None

Typical Compensation Range

Pay Rate Type: Hourly $28.90 - $41.91 / Hourly

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 And more!

Los Angeles County Applicants Only

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and any other applicable local and state laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Niagara Bottling LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in relation to our recruiting, hiring, and promoting practices.