Maintenance Mechanic

Maintenance Mechanic

The Maintenance Mechanic performs preventative and corrective maintenance on production line equipment in a beverage packaging environment. This role combines electrical, mechanical, and PLC-related work, with a strong focus on troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and keeping equipment operating safely and efficiently. The position is open to both experienced technicians and junior candidates with a solid technical foundation, strong work ethic, and a desire to learn.

Responsibilities

• Repair and conduct preventative maintenance on production line equipment including automated case packers, palletizers, labelers, hot fill equipment, and blow mold machines.
• Perform expert-level root cause analysis on equipment issues and implement effective preventative maintenance strategies to reduce downtime.
• Carry out maintenance operations on beverage packaging lines, ensuring all preventive maintenance tasks are completed on schedule.
• Operate and maintain beverage processing and packaging equipment such as blow molds, filling equipment, pasteurizers, labeling equipment, packaging equipment, film wrappers, automated palletizers, depalletizers, and conveyors.
• Utilize the maintenance management system by entering completed work orders, including parts and materials used, to keep inventory records accurate and up to date.
• Follow company safety procedures and comply with state and federal occupational safety regulations, including lockout/tagout (LOTO), use of personal protective equipment (PPE), machine guarding, and hot work requirements.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by performing housekeeping tasks and complying with GMPs, SQF, HACCP, LOTO, and general workplace safety standards.
• Maintain accurate, legible, and well-organized documentation for all maintenance activities and equipment work performed.
• Follow good manufacturing practices at all times to support consistent, high-quality production.
• Ensure food safety and product quality are maintained by adhering to relevant regulations and company guidelines.
• Participate in ongoing training related to job duties, safety, equipment operation, and product handling to continuously improve skills and knowledge.
• Perform other maintenance and operational duties as directed by leadership to support overall plant performance.
• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues on production equipment to quickly identify problems and implement effective solutions.
• Work collaboratively with production and other maintenance team members to minimize downtime and support smooth line operation.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn new equipment and systems.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience with electrical systems up to 480 V, including safe work practices around high-voltage equipment.
• Ability to work on both three-phase and single-phase motors, including installation, troubleshooting, and basic repair.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for both electrical and mechanical issues on production line equipment.
• Experience performing preventative maintenance on automated packaging and processing equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Knowledge of pneumatics and the ability to troubleshoot and maintain pneumatic components.
• Familiarity with PLCs, including basic awareness and understanding sufficient to interact with control systems during troubleshooting.
• Experience with beverage processing and packaging equipment such as blow molds, filling equipment, pasteurizers, labeling equipment, film wrappers, palletizers, depalletizers, and conveyors.
• Ability to use a maintenance management system to document work orders, parts usage, and maintenance history accurately.
• Understanding and application of safety procedures including lockout/tagout (LOTO), PPE usage, machine guarding, and hot work protocols.
• Knowledge of and adherence to GMPs, SQF, HACCP, and general workplace safety standards.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate, legible, and organized documentation.
• Capability to perform root cause analysis and implement preventative measures to reduce recurring equipment issues.
• Good base technical knowledge for candidates coming with little to no experience, with a strong desire to learn and grow in a maintenance role.
• Positive attitude, reliability, and willingness to work required shifts and weekends.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience as a maintenance technician in a manufacturing or packaging environment, particularly in beverage production, is highly beneficial.
• Background in maintenance operations on beverage packaging lines, including completing preventive maintenance tasks.
• Exposure to PLC troubleshooting and interaction with automated control systems, even at a basic level.
• Familiarity with maintenance best practices in food and beverage manufacturing, including food safety and quality requirements.
• Comfort working with a variety of production technologies such as automated case packers, palletizers, labelers, hot fill equipment, and blow mold machines.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple work orders, prioritize tasks, and keep maintenance records up to date.
• Willingness to participate in continuous training related to safety, equipment operation, and product handling.
• Openness to learning and taking direction for junior candidates with limited experience but strong motivation and technical aptitude.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a supportive environment that provides the tools needed to succeed and comprehensive benefits that support long-term stability and well-being. The organization values ongoing training and professional growth, encouraging team members to build their skills and advance their careers. A focus on safety, quality, and teamwork creates a culture where people can take pride in their work and contribute meaningfully to the success of the operation.

Work Environment

The role is based in a warehouse facility that houses beverage processing and packaging lines, including automated case packers, palletizers, labelers, hot fill systems, blow molds, and related equipment. Work is performed across multiple shifts: 1st shift from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., 2nd shift from 11:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., and 3rd shift from 8:00 p.m. to 4:30 a.m. The standard workweek is approximately 40 hours, with the potential for 10–20 hours of overtime per week depending on operational needs. Weekend work is required to support continuous production. The environment emphasizes strict adherence to safety protocols, good manufacturing practices, and cleanliness standards, with regular use of PPE and compliance with LOTO, GMPs, SQF, HACCP, and general workplace safety requirements.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Montebello, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $62400.00 - $83200.00/yr.

Benefit Plans Offered Medical • HPN Balance 10 / 3300 HMO • HPN Solutions 25 / 500 / 500 / 20% POS Dental Vision • EyeMed • VSP Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance Voluntary Benefits • Short-Term Disability • Accident • Critical Illness • Hospital Indemnity Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Eligibility You and your dependents are eligible for Matrix Bottling Group benefits as of your very first day of employment. You will have 30 days to elect or waive benefits. Eligible dependents are your spouse, domestic partner, children under age 26, or disabled dependents of any age. Elections made now will remain until the next annual open enrollment. This is the one time of year you can make any changes to your plans or elections, including adding or removing dependents, or switching your plan choice, without a qualified event. If you experience a qualifying event, you must contact Human Resources with your election changes within 30 days of the event

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Montebello,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 25, 2026.