Mechanic - Packaging

Tropicana Brands Group; Bradenton (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Life Insurance (Company Provided)

Job summary

Tropicana Brands Group is seeking a Packaging Mechanic to support the UFO Maintenance team in Bradenton, FL. The role focuses on quality checks for packaging, coding, and materials, and performing Center‑lining, cleaning and lubrication to keep equipment running at peak performance.

Ideal candidates will have at least 3 years of mechanical experience, strong reading of technical manuals, and the ability to train others.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of mechanical experience with documentation.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals.
• Willing to be skill tested and certified.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and maintain packaging equipment to meet production schedules
• Ensure quality standards are met
• Perform quality checks to ensure proper packaging, coding, products and other materials are correctly used in the production run
• Perform Center‑lining, cleaning, Inspect and Lubricate (CIL) to ensure that all equipment is running at peak performance and to quality standards
• Perform and track rapid changeover to ensure that the next product is started on time and is correct
• Troubleshoot complete system, including equipment and components
• Train others and support downtime issues
• Work overtime including weekends and long days

Skills

Mechanical skills

Reading manuals

English communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Outlook

Word

Excel

Zarpac

ADC

Job description

Fresh-Squeezed Legacy, Bold New Chapter

Tropicana Brands Group is a $3B startup aiming to revolutionize the beverage category. Formed in 2022 as a joint venture between PAI Partners and PepsiCo, our portfolio includes iconic brands like Tropicana, Naked, KeVita, Izze, Copella, and Punica. With over 76 years of global leadership in the orange juice category, we’re committed to preserving this legacy while driving innovation in other areas. From reimagining orange juice to creating functional smoothies and driving afternoon refreshments, we are striving to become the undisputed global leader in fresh and chilled beverages.

Your Next Pour: The Opportunity

Tropicana Brands Group is looking for a Packaging Mechanic to support our UFO Maintenance team. This role will be responsible for performing quality checks to ensure proper packaging, coding, products and other materials are correctly used in the production run, and performing equipment Center‑lining & clean, Inspect and Lubricate (CIL) to ensure that all equipment is running at peak performance and to quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and maintain all packaging equipment to meet production schedules
• Ensure quality standards are met
• Perform quality checks to ensure proper packaging, coding, products and other materials are correctly used in the production run
• Perform equipment Center‑lining & clean, Inspect and Lubricate (CIL) to ensure that all equipment is running at peak performance and to quality standards
• Perform and track rapid changeover to ensure that the next product is started on time and is correct
• Initiate proactive actions, do more than required, and volunteer to help others
• Effectively troubleshoot complete system, including equipment and components
• Track and maintain material counts and troubleshoot variances
• Use predictive maintenance tools to implement and exercise needed improvements
• Assist in correcting equipment problems quickly and on time (flow to the work) – above and beyond without being asked
• Work off your regular shift to provide technical support and training for the team
• Job will require overtime, which could include more than 40 hours per week, 7 days a week and up to 12‑hour days
• Learn and use multi‑computer skills which are paramount to the team’s success
• Develop detailed training, SOPs, and certifications, revise training manuals and determine training requirements
• Help the area Planner Scheduler deliver and document maintenance work correctly & on time
• Other duties may be assigned as deemed necessary by supervisory, management and union representatives
• Must be a high school graduate or hold a GED
• Ability to operate complex machinery in the achievement of production goals
• Execute and manage a production plan
• Contribute to the creation and maintenance of a team environment
• Execute troubleshooting, determine cause and resolve problems with limited assistance
• Comply with quality assurance standards
• Recognize unsafe conditions and make immediate corrective action
• Work independently and with limited supervision
• Communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing
• Work effectively in a team environment
• Use computer software such as SAP, Outlook, Word, Excel, Zarpac and ADC
• Proficient and able to train others in classroom and hands‑on training (certify)
• Multi‑skilled for a variety of tasks and able to handle daily decision‑making that affects the team
• Demonstrate teamwork, share information freely, cooperate with others, listen and encourage others, and acknowledge others' skills, experience and contributions
• Continuously improve the team’s ability to meet customers’ requirements at the lowest cost
• Perform all duties in a safe and acceptable manner as evaluated by the immediate supervisor and with management concurrence
• Meet all production goals, and ensure all products adhere to the standards of TPI and regulatory agencies or are disposed of per standard operating procedures
• Perform all work activities without accident or injury and in accordance with all codes, standards and practices
• Take appropriate action to ensure you are well informed of goals, operating methods, purpose, safety issues, personnel issues, etc. at all times

Purpose

• Demonstrate behaviors consistent with Tropicana Brands Group Values and Code of Conduct
• Promote a positive team environment
• Ensure reliable and safe operation of equipment through troubleshooting and working with maintenance to identify issues

Safety

• Adhere to Proper Protection Equipment (PPE) requirements set forth by the department
• Ensure all safety rules, procedures, policies and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) are followed
• Stay up to date on all required training

Experience

• Must have at least 3 years of mechanical type experience and documentation to support it and be willing to be skill tested, assessed and certified
• Resume must be submitted to be considered
• Must have good mechanical skills & knowledge of mechanical tools
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals

Requirements

• Must be located in Bradenton, FL, surrounding area, or willing to relocate for the duration of employment
• Willingness to be onsite at the manufacturing facility on a full‑time basis
• Must be able to perform physical tasks for the duration of the shift, including standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting/moving items weighing 50 pounds or more
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future

Benefits

TBG is pleased to offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, company provided life, STD and LTD insurance, 401(K), and Pension Plan. In addition, you may also elect to participate in voluntary life, accident, hospital, and critical illness coverages.