Maintenance Tech

Refresco Group; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Paid holidays and vacation

Discount programs

Job summary

Refresco is seeking a Maintenance Technician responsible for scheduled, unscheduled and preventive maintenance of beverage manufacturing and packaging equipment. You will apply hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical, conveyor systems and PLC skills to prevent downtime.

Responsibilities include root-cause analysis, first-response repairs, CMMS documentation and collaboration with other departments to ensure food safety and quality standards are met.

Qualifications

• Must pass Ramsey Mechanical (Electrical) Skills and Aptitude Assessment.
• 3+ years experience in industrial manufacturing maintenance.
• Strong Electrical/Electronic troubleshooting and repair skills.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Willingness to work flexible hours.
• Strong written and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Effectively complete preventive and proactive maintenance per the schedule to prevent breakdowns on equipment.
• Utilize root-cause analysis skills to investigate breakdowns and line stoppages with other departments.
• Act as the first responder when a line stops producing and coordinate on-site repairs with PLC, electrical and mechanical skills.
• Support the facility's food safety and food quality programs to assure compliance and achieve results.
• Prioritize work to minimize downtime and document in the CMMS.
• Use CMMS to manage work orders and spare parts.
• Repair or maintain equipment including inspection, assembly, disassembly, and replacement.
• Test machinery after repairs and analyze results to diagnose problems.
• Review maintenance reports to plan activities and ensure safety standards.
• Observe equipment to determine needed repairs and verify performance.
• Demonstrate proficiency with PLCs, hydraulics and ladder Logic.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Reading comprehension

Communication skills

Tools

Basic Tool Room Equipment

Hydraulics

Programmable Logic Controllers

Ladder Logic

Job description

Our vision is both simple and ambitious: to put our drinks on every table.

We are the world’s largest bottler for retailers and A-brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from our production sites in Europe and North America. 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

Summary of Position:

Responsible for the scheduled, unscheduled and preventative maintenance and repair of a wide variety of beverage manufacturing and packaging equipment requiring a strong mechanical skills base to include: hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical, conveyor systems and PLC usage.

Job Duties:

• Effectively complete preventive and proactive maintenance per the schedule to prevent breakdowns on equipment.
• Utilize root-cause analysis skills to investigate breakdown and line stoppages while collaborating with other departments.
• Acts as the "first responder" when a line stops producing and assures that the appropriate mechanical help is on site to correct any problems quickly using PLC, electrical and/or mechanical skills.
• Support the facility's food safety and food quality programs to assure compliance and achieve desired results.
• Prioritizes work to ensure timely maintenance, repair and installation of equipment, tools and utility systems to minimize manufacturing downtime and completes all required paperwork and documentation in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Utilizes the CMMS to open and close out work orders, check out spare parts, and other activities as required in the plant.
• Repair or maintain the operating condition of industrial production or processing machinery or equipment including inspection, assembly, disassembly, and replacement as necessary.
• Observe and test the operation of machinery or equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using voltmeters or other testing devices.
• Operate newly repaired machinery or equipment to verify the adequacy of repairs.
• Analyze test results, machine error messages or information obtained from operators to diagnose equipment problems.
• Reviews maintenance reports and statistics to plan and modify maintenance activities.
• Inspects operating machines and equipment for conformance with operational and safety performance standards.
• Examine objects, systems or facilities and analyze information to determine needed repairs.
• Proven proficiency working with Basic Tool Room Equipment, Hydraulic systems, Programmable Logic Controllers and Ladder Logic.
• Actively pursues growth and developmental opportunities; seeks out feedback and responds without defensiveness; continuously finds ways to improve.
• Perform other duties as required by supervisor.

Required Education, Work Experience & Certifications:

• Candidates must successfully pass the Ramsey Mechanical (Electrical) Skills and Aptitude Assessment in order to be considered.
• 3+ years experience in industrial manufacturing maintenance is a must!
• Strong Electrical/Electronic troubleshooting and repair skills required.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Demonstrated ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
• Able to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.
• Willingness to work flexible hours.
• Strong written and interpersonal communication skills.

Physical Demands of the Position:

• Standing, walking, kneeling and bending approximately 85% of day
• Computer and administrative work approximately 15% of day
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Medical, Dental, Vision coverage eligibility the 1st day after 60 Days of employment.
• Vacation, Personal Days and Company Paid Holidays
• 401K, Short Term Disability Insurance, Basic Life and Supplemental Life Insurance, as well as Flexible Spending Accounts offered.

Applicants must have a stable work history to be considered ... this is defined as at least three years at each employer in your past history.

A Career with Refresco

Refresco offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, which include:

• 401(k) savings plan with company match
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Discount programs

Join Refresco TODAY and enjoy a rewarding CAREER!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Refresco is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Refresco does not discriminate against qualified applicants or employees based on race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, status in uniformed services, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other status protected by law.

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