Production Maintenance Mechanic - 2nd Shift

G&J-Pepsi-Col; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

G&J-Pepsi-Col is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to service and repair facility and production equipment, ensuring safety, reliability, and uptime. You will diagnose issues, perform preventative maintenance, and manage parts inventory while following Pepsi standards and safety rules.

The role requires 5–7 years of experience in production maintenance, basic electrical and PLC knowledge, and the ability to read blueprints. On-site schedule is Mon–Fri, with occasional overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; trade/vocational training preferred.
• 5-7 years of production maintenance experience.
• Knowledge of beverage industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Diagnoses and troubleshoots problems with production equipment and systems; repairs to standard.
• Performs preventative maintenance and lubrication of machines and conveyors as directed.
• Adheres to OSHA, safety, and Pepsi standards; uses PPE as required.
• Performs changeovers on production line equipment to minimize downtime.
• Orders parts and maintains parts inventory; completes maintenance records and paperwork.

Skills

Customer service

Welding

Read blueprints

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical skills

PLC knowledge

Education

High School diploma or GED

Trade school or vocational training

Tools

PLC

HVAC systems

Refrigeration

Job description

Schedule: Monday - Friday 3:00PM-11:30PM

Position Summary:

The Maintenance Mechanicsserve our internal customers by maintaining and repairing the company's facility and production equipment according to established company standards to ensure the safety, reliability and functionality of the facility and equipment.

Job Duties:

• Diagnoses and troubleshoots problems with company equipment (e.g. production equipment, warehouse bay doors, electrical systems, heating and cooling systems); repairs equipment according to established company standards.
• Performs preventative maintenance (e.g. lubrication of machines, conveyor belt replacement) on company equipment according to established guidelines.
• Adheres to all company policies, standards and procedures (e.g. OSHA and safety requirements, AIB and Pepsi standards, Federal/State/Local laws); wears all required personal protective equipment.
• Performs changeovers on production line equipment to ensure that equipment is set up correctly according to established standards to minimize downtime during production runs.
• Communicates with: co-workers regarding repair status on equipment; internal customers regarding equipment repair needs; supervisor regarding equipment repair issues.
• Completes preventative maintenance records, work order forms, time-off requests and other required paperwork according to established standards.
• Works assigned schedule, exhibits regular and predictable attendance and works overtime as needed to meet workload demands. Performs other related duties as required.
• Orders parts and maintains parts inventory.
• Maintains cleanliness of work area and assists in the organization of the maintenance shop (e.g. cleans up spills, properly disposes of used parts, disposes of trash and recycling in appropriate containers).

Education:

High School degree, GED or equivalent degree; trade school diploma or vocational training required; associate's degree in industrial maintenance repair, electronics, or related field strongly preferred.: Required

Experience:

5-7 years of previous production maintenance mechanic experience required.

Computer Skills:

Ability to operate a computer

Other Requirements:

Knowledge of: beverage industry; basic mechanical principles including basic knowledge electrical, mechanical, programmable logic control (PLC) and hydraulics systems; lock out, tag out procedures; diagnostics and repair of production equipment, industrial refrigeration systems, electrical systems, compressed air systems, and HVAC systems. Skill in: internal customer service; welding. Ability to: work quickly, efficiently and independently: multi-task; communicate effectively with other employees and develop good working relationships; adapt to change; operate a boom lift, man lift, hand tools, lathes, grinders, saws, heavy duty specialty tools and other mechanical equipment, read and interpret blueprints and electrical schematics; accurately measure and read Volt Ohm meter and calipers; write; perform basic math functions (e.g. addition, subtraction). Other functions, skills and abilities may also apply.