Sr. Maintenance Technician

Niagara Bottling; Hazleton (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking a Sr. Maintenance Technician to ensure equipment uptime and drive continuous improvement in a dynamic manufacturing environment. This role involves troubleshooting and repairing production equipment, leading training for team members, and collaborating on projects to enhance efficiency. With a focus on safety and teamwork, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a leading beverage manufacturing firm. If you are passionate about maintenance and eager to contribute to a quality-driven team, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in a maintenance manufacturing environment.
• Experience managing people and projects.

Responsibilities

• Ensure equipment uptime through troubleshooting and repair.
• Train operators and mechanics on technical procedures.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Equipment Repair

Project Management

Team Leadership

Root Cause Analysis

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s Degree in Manufacturing

Tools

Krones Equipment

Husky Equipment

Sidel Equipment

Job description

At Niagara, we’re looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers with the highest quality, most affordable bottled water.

Consider applying here if you want to:

• Work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact.
• Develop lasting relationships with great people.
• Have the opportunity to build a satisfying career.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our Team Members.

Sr. Maintenance Technician

The Sr. Maintenance Technician ensures equipment uptime through timely, in-depth troubleshooting and repair of all equipment failures. They share knowledge of all production equipment with the maintenance team and operators and act as a subject matter expert in areas such as injection molding, blow molding, filling/capping, labeling, packaging, or related equipment. They perform troubleshooting and repairs on facilities and auxiliary systems, collaborate with various departments, develop best practices, and champion continuous improvement initiatives.

Essential Functions

• Adhere to and enforce the highest standards in safety and good manufacturing practices plant-wide.
• Train and lead operators, mechanics, and supervisors on technical procedures related to high-speed bottle manufacturing and packaging.
• Work with plant leadership on projects involving continuous improvement, upgrades, and problem resolution.
• Rapidly identify machine problems to minimize downtime, conducting root cause analysis to prevent recurrence.
• Partner with other technicians to resolve cross-functional issues.
• Use software systems to analyze issues and drive throughput performance.
• Lead overhaul efforts to rebuild equipment during planned downtime.
• Transfer knowledge to team members to develop operating and troubleshooting procedures in areas like blow molding, filling, labeling, and injection molding.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• 6+ years of experience in a maintenance manufacturing environment.
• Experience managing people and projects.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in maintenance manufacturing.
• Experience with specific equipment such as Krones, Husky, Sidel, etc.

Competencies

Focus on safety, continuous improvement, teamwork, and personal development aligned with Niagara’s LIFE values.

Education

• Minimum: High School Diploma or GED.
• Preferred: Associate’s Degree in manufacturing or related field.

Additional Information

Benefits details can be found at Niagara Benefits. Qualified applicants will be considered in accordance with applicable laws. Employment agency submissions are subject to specific policies. About Niagara: a leading U.S. beverage manufacturer committed to quality and environmental responsibility.