Mechatronics Maintenance Specialist (PLC/Packaging)

Tropicana Brands Group USA; California; On-site; USD 43,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Company-provided life insurance

Short- and long-term disability

401(k) and Pension Plan

Job summary

Tropicana Brands Group USA in City of Industry, CA is seeking an experienced maintenance mechanic to keep production lines running and equipment in top condition.

You will troubleshoot electro-mechanical systems, perform preventive maintenance, support new equipment installations, and uphold GMP and safety standards. The role is full-time onsite with a strong hands-on workload and opportunities to advance in a fast-moving beverage manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• 3–4 years in food processing or equivalent sanitary manufacturing
• Electro-mechanical troubleshooting using schematics and instrumentation practices
• Machining skills: lathe, mill and grinders
• Welding preferred: arc, heli-arc, plasma, sanitary
• Pump expertise: centrifugal and positive displacement—diagnose and repair
• Electrical construction experience (conduit, terminations, panel/build)
• Use of electronic test equipment; bench test components
• Utilities knowledge: boilers, water systems, compressed air, HVAC
• Hands-on with high-speed packaging systems
• CMMS proficiency for PMs, WOs, and parts
• Comfort with Windows, Microsoft Office, and related apps
• Strong electrical/instrumentation background with PLC experience
• AC/DC drives and controls knowledge
• Must-have tools set on site
• Legal: authorized to work in US without sponsorship

Responsibilities

• Keep production and facility equipment running through expert troubleshooting and rapid repair
• Drive predictive and preventive maintenance to extend asset life
• Support new equipment installations and layout changes to optimize throughput
• Operate line equipment and collaborate closely with operations
• Assist across plant maintenance and take on tasks from management
• Maintain housekeeping and follow GMP at every step
• Serve on emergency response team; be able to wear SCBA and respirator

Skills

Electro-mechanical troubleshooting

Machining (lathe/mill)

Welding (arc/heli-arc/plasma)

Electrical construction & wiring

Test equipment use

Education

Technical coursework from junior college/technical institute

Tools

CMMS

PLC/controls

Windows OS

Job description

Join a $3B Beverage InnovatorWe’re Tropicana Brands Group—formed in 2022 through a joint venture between PAI Partners and PepsiCo. With 76+ years leading orange juice and a portfolio that includes Tropicana, Naked, KeVita, Izze, Copella, and Punica, we’re scaling a new era of fresh and chilled beverages. Help us raise the bar on reliability and performance in our manufacturing operations.The ChallengeKeep production and facility equipment running through expert troubleshooting and rapid repair.Drive predictive and preventive maintenance to prevent failures and extend asset life.Support new equipment installations and layout changes to optimize throughput.Operate line equipment as needed and collaborate closely with operations.Assist broadly across plant maintenance; take on other tasks assigned by management.Maintain impeccable housekeeping and follow GMP every step of the way.Serve on the emergency response team; ability to wear SCBA and a respirator is required.Your Toolkit3–4 years in food processing or equivalent sanitary manufacturing.Electro-mechanical troubleshooting using schematics and instrumentation best practices.Machining skills: lathe, mill, and grinders.Welding preferred: arc, heli-arc, plasma, sanitary.Pump expertise: centrifugal and positive displacement—diagnose and repair.Electrical construction experience (conduit, terminations, panel/build).Use of electronic test equipment; ability to simulate and bench test components.Utilities knowledge: boilers, water systems, compressed air, HVAC.Hands-on with automated/high-speed packaging systems.CMMS proficiency for PMs, WOs, and parts.Comfort with Windows, Microsoft Office, and related applications.Strong electrical/instrumentation background with PLC experience.AC/DC drives and controls knowledge.Personal tool set required.Must-HavesCity of Industry, CA area residency or willingness to relocate for the duration of employment.Full-time onsite role within the manufacturing facility.Able to stand, walk, bend, reach, and lift/move 50+ lbs for the full shift.Prior verifiable maintenance mechanic experience in manufacturing (1+ year).Technical coursework from a junior college/technical institute, seminars, or ongoing education.LegalMust be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the futureWhat You’ll GetPay of this position is $35.96 an hour.Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, company-provided life insurance, short- and long-term disability, 401(k), and a Pension Plan. Optional: voluntary life, accident, hospital, and critical illness coverages.