Facilities / Utilities Technician

Refresco Group; Lakeland (FL); Presencial; USD 44.000 - 50.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health Savings Accounts

Life and AD&D Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match

Descripción de la vacante

Refresco Beverages US, Inc. is seeking a skilled maintenance technician for our Lakeland, FL facility. The role focuses on monitoring and maintaining plant utilities, performing preventive maintenance, and rapidly addressing equipment breakdowns to minimize downtime.

You’ll work with cross-functional teams to improve reliability and safety metrics and ensure GMP and SQF compliance. Ideal candidates have 3+ years in industrial maintenance, strong electrical and PLC skills, and a diploma or

Formación

• Experience with industrial automation systems, robotics, and maintenance procedures.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma/Kaizen.
• Electrical/electronic troubleshooting and repair skills required.

Responsabilidades

• Monitor, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain plant utility systems to support production.
• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on equipment and facilities.
• Inspect equipment for abnormal conditions and safety hazards.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues.
• Respond to breakdowns to restore operations safely and efficiently.
• Apply root-cause analysis and collaborate across departments.
• Maintain records using CMMS and ensure clean, safe workplaces.

Conocimientos

Industrial automation

Lean Manufacturing

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC programming

Educación

Technical certificate / diploma

Herramientas

Krones equipment

KHS equipment

US Bottlers equipment

Descripción del empleo

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?

Dayshift: 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM (Mon to Fri w/Weekend Overtime as Necessary)

Starting Pay: $32 to $36.00/Hour (DOE)

Essential Job Functions:

• Monitor, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain plant utility systems, including compressed air, water supply, boilers, chillers, cooling towers, pumps, motors, piping, valves, and wastewater equipment, as applicable, to support reliable production and packaging operations.
• Perform scheduled preventive and proactive maintenance, inspections, and repairs on manufacturing equipment, facility infrastructure, and utility systems to minimize downtime and maintain operational efficiency.
• Inspect and evaluate equipment performance to identify abnormal operating conditions, leaks, pressure changes, temperature fluctuations, mechanical deficiencies, and potential safety hazards.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and other equipment malfunctions using appropriate testing instruments, diagnostic tools, and technical resources.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns, production line stoppages, utility alarms, and maintenance requests to restore operations safely and efficiently.
• Apply root-cause analysis and collaborate with production, quality, and other departments to identify recurring equipment failures, implement corrective actions, and improve equipment reliability.
• Inspect, disassemble, repair, reassemble, and replace defective machinery components, equipment, and utility system parts as necessary.
• Test and verify repaired or serviced equipment to ensure proper operation, reliability, and compliance with established performance and safety standards.
• Perform general building and facility maintenance, including repairs to plumbing, lighting, doors, drains, and other infrastructure.
• Prioritize and coordinate maintenance activities, repairs, and equipment installations to minimize operational disruptions and support production requirements.
• Assist contractors and external service providers with facility repairs, equipment servicing, inspections, and maintenance projects.
• Complete and maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, inspection reports, and repair documentation using the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Maintain utility rooms, mechanical areas, equipment, tools, and maintenance workspaces in a clean, safe, and organized condition.
• Comply with all company health and safety policies, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and applicable food safety and quality standards, including Safe Quality Food (SQF) requirements.
• Properly use all required personal protective equipment (PPE), including applicable hairnets, beard nets, safety glasses, hearing protection, safety footwear, and other designated protective equipment.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on equipment reliability, operational efficiency, workplace safety, and product quality.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Required Skills:

• 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.
• 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.
• Demonstrates initiative, sound judgment, decisiveness, and a proactive, self-motivated approach to work.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team to troubleshoot technical issues and develop effective solutions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and apply findings to improve equipment performance.
• Detail-oriented, with the ability to evaluate complex technical issues and implement practical solutions.
• Demonstrates a strong internal customer focus, with the flexibility to adapt to changing operational priorities and business needs.
• Advanced electrical troubleshooting skills and proficiency with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) preferred.

Education and Experience:

• Three (3) plus years’ experience in industrial manufacturing maintenance required; preferably food and beverage manufacturing or packaging operations.
• Electrical/electronic troubleshooting and repair skills required.
• Experience with boilers, chillers, wastewater treatment, reverse osmosis systems, cooling towers, industrial refrigeration a plus.
• 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.

Working Conditions:

• Visual/Sensory – This position requires regular need to give moderate attention with one or two senses at a time.
• Work environment – Work and environment are very repetitive.
• Mental Stress – There is pronounced pressure from deadlines, production quotas, accuracy or similar demands.

Travel Requirements:

• Travel anticipated: 0%

A Career with Refresco

Refresco Beverages US, Inc., offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, which include:

• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• 12 Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Paid Time Off
• Discount and Total Reward Programs

EEOC Statement

Refresco Beverages US, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, Veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

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