Electro-Mechanical Technician: High-Speed Packaging Lines

PepsiCo; Johnstown (Cambria County); On-site; USD 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

PepsiCo seeks an experienced Maintenance Mechanic to repair and install advanced production equipment, inspect and perform preventive maintenance per manufacturer specs, and mentor junior staff. You must have your own hand tools and be prepared for possible weekend work.

The role involves diagnosing malfunctions, performing complex repairs, and overseeing line changes, while adhering to GMP and safety standards. Strong documentation and self-management are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Pass technical assessment addressing job-critical maintenance knowledge areas.
• Experience with basic electrical systems (starters, fuses, contacts, relays).
• Experience with electrical systems (installation, frequency drive, troubleshooting).
• Experience with product manuals (reading and applying knowledge to repairs).
• Experience with schematics (electrical blueprints, relays).
• Experience with troubleshooting mechanical breakdowns (pinpointing and fixing).
• Experience with problem solving/troubleshooting in general.
• Experience with reading mechanical drawings (hydraulics/pneumatics).

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on advanced production equipment.
• Repair production equipment as needed.
• Conduct breakdown analysis.
• Upgrade production lines with new equipment/technology.
• Direct activities of outside contractors on assigned line.
• Manage line changeovers for packaging.
• Enforce GMP, safety, and audit standards.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Document work schedules and tasks completed.
• Relieve operators for breaks and run daily production.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Pneumatics

Hydraulics

Servo systems

Team work

Preventative maintenance

Tools

PLC

VFDs

Job description

PepsiCo seeks an experienced Maintenance Mechanic to repair and install advanced production equipment, inspect and perform preventive maintenance per manufacturer specs, and mentor junior staff. You must have your own hand tools and be prepared for possible weekend work.

The role involves diagnosing malfunctions, performing complex repairs, and overseeing line changes, while adhering to GMP and safety standards. Strong documentation and self-management are essential.