Production Maintenance Mechanic (3rd Shift)

G&J Pepsi-Cola Bottlers, Inc.; Franklin Furnace (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

G&J Pepsi-Cola Bottlers, Inc. is hiring a Production Maintenance Mechanic for the 3rd shift (10:00 PM–6:30 AM). The role involves maintaining and repairing facility and production equipment to ensure safety, reliability and uptime.

Requires 5–7 years of prior maintenance experience and a high school diploma or GED, with a preference for an associate degree in industrial maintenance or electronics. Wage is $28.10 per hour with full-time employment and union benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; vocational training preferred.
• Associate degree in a related field is strongly preferred.
• Experience in beverage manufacturing or maintenance is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair production equipment, conveyors, doors, electrical and HVAC systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance and record-keeping for work orders and parts.
• Follow OSHA, safety policies, and company standards; use PPE.
• Perform changeovers and assist in downtime minimization during runs.
• Order parts and maintain inventory; keep the maintenance shop organized.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Electrical knowledge

PLC knowledge

Welding

Blueprints reading

Hydraulics

Electrical safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in industrial maintenance/electronics

Job description

Production Maintenance Mechanic - 3rd Shift

Build your future with G&J Pepsi. Our Drivers earn competitive pay and receive union benefits. $28.10 per hour.

Hours: 10pm - 6:30am

Position Summary

Mechanics serve 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.

Essential Functions

• 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 Level

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

Additional 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. Must be able to lift up to 50 - 100 pounds manually. Must be able to work in wet or humid conditions, around fumes, airborne particles, toxic/caustic materials and near a risk of electrical shock.