Maintenance Technician

Maintenance TechnicianThe Maintenance Technician performs complex troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and repairs on high-speed filling and packaging equipment used for glass, PET, and aluminum bottled beverages. This role plans and executes installations and calibrations of PLCs, servomotors, robotic assemblies, HMIs, and automation systems, while designing equipment recipes and configuring control systems. The technician trains other team members in equipment troubleshooting, sensor calibration, robotics adjustments, and line control programming, maintains accurate maintenance records, and ensures a safe, clean, and GMP- and HACCP-compliant work environment.ResponsibilitiesPerform complex troubleshooting of filling and packaging equipment, diagnose mechanical and electrical issues, and complete repairs and replacement of faulty components.Support production operations by performing line changeovers and resolving complex equipment failures on machinery used in the production and packaging of glass, PET, and aluminum bottled beverages, as well as related facility systems.Conduct diagnostics, testing, and in-depth troubleshooting of mechanical and electrical failures, and provide solutions for repair or replacement, including fabricating parts for immediate repair when necessary.Carry out preventive maintenance tasks such as lubrication, filter replacements, and replacing worn parts, while monitoring equipment for signs of wear, vibration, or temperature changes to prevent breakdowns.Plan and complete installations of PLCs, servomotors, robotic assemblies, HMIs, and other automation components to support efficient production operations.Design and configure recipes for filling and packaging equipment, and calibrate and set up instruments and control systems to meet production and quality requirements.Use the maintenance management system to enter completed work orders, including parts and materials used, ensuring inventories are updated and maintenance records are accurate and complete.Prepare mechanical maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends to support continuous improvement and reliability initiatives.Provide on-the-job training to technicians, ensuring they can perform moderate troubleshooting of faulty equipment, calibrate sensors, adjust robotics, and understand line control programming.Follow company safety procedures and comply with state and federal occupational safety regulations, including lockout/tagout, use of PPE, machine guarding, and hot work requirements.Maintain a safe and clean working environment by performing housekeeping and complying with GMP, SQF, HACCP, LOTO, and general workplace safety standards.Maintain accurate, legible, and well-organized documentation related to maintenance activities, equipment status, and safety requirements.Follow good manufacturing practices and ensure food safety and product quality by adhering to applicable regulations and company guidelines.Participate in ongoing training related to job duties, safety practices, equipment operation, and product handling to maintain and enhance technical skills.Perform other duties as directed by management to support production, maintenance, and facility operations.Perform all essential functions of the role with or without reasonable accommodation, maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and reliability.Essential SkillsHands-on experience performing maintenance operations on beverage packaging lines, including completing preventive maintenance tasks.Practical knowledge and experience operating beverage processing and packaging equipment such as blow molds, filling equipment, pasteurizers, labeling equipment, packaging equipment, film wrappers, automated palletizers, depalletizers, and conveyors.Ability to use a maintenance management system to enter completed work orders, track parts and materials used, and keep inventory records updated.Strong mechanical aptitude with experience working on mechanical systems, pneumatics, and hydraulics.Electrical knowledge up to 480 volts, including experience working with three-phase and single-phase motors.Basic awareness and understanding of PLCs, including the ability to work around control systems and support installations and configurations, even without deep programming expertise.Ability to perform complex troubleshooting of mechanical and electrical failures on high-speed production and packaging equipment.Competence in calibrating sensors, configuring instruments, and making adjustments to robotic assemblies and line control systems.Strong commitment to safety, including consistent adherence to lockout/tagout procedures, PPE requirements, machine guarding, and hot work protocols.Ability to maintain accurate, legible, and organized documentation for maintenance work and equipment records.Understanding of and adherence to good manufacturing practices (GMP) and food safety requirements.Ability to ensure food safety and quality by following relevant regulations and company guidelines.Willingness and ability to participate in ongoing training related to job duties, safety, equipment operation, and product handling.Flexibility to work weekends and overtime as needed to support production schedules.Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience working in a beverage bottling or food and beverage manufacturing environment.Familiarity with GMP, SQF, HACCP, and LOTO standards and their application in a production facility.Experience fabricating mechanical parts to support immediate repairs and minimize downtime.Ability to design equipment recipes and configure control systems for filling and packaging lines.Experience training and mentoring other technicians in troubleshooting, calibration, and basic automation concepts.Strong analytical skills for collecting, analyzing, and summarizing maintenance data and trends.Comfort working with high-speed, automated packaging lines and robotic assemblies.Effective communication skills for collaborating with production, quality, and maintenance teams.Organizational skills to manage multiple work orders, prioritize tasks, and meet production timelines.Why Work Here?Employees and their eligible dependents have access to comprehensive benefits starting on the first day of employment, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. A robust Employee Assistance Program offers a wide range of wellbeing and health resources to support employees and their families. A 401(k) plan with company matching helps team members save for the future, while structured training programs, mentoring, and clear career paths support professional growth and development. Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays provide time to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance. Benefit elections remain in place throughout the year, with opportunities to adjust coverage during annual open enrollment or following qualifying life events, ensuring flexibility and support at every stage of life.Work EnvironmentThis role is based in a bottling facility that is nonclimate controlled, requiring comfort working in varying temperature conditions. Operations run across multiple shifts, including first shift (6:00 a.m. 2:30 p.m.), second shift (11:00 a.m. 7:30 p.m.), and third shift (8:00 p.m. 4:30 a.m.), with a typical schedule of around 40 hours per week and the potential for 10-20 hours of overtime. Weekend work is required to support production demands. The environment centers on high-speed beverage processing and packaging equipment, including blow molds, fillers, pasteurizers, labelers, packaging machines, film wrappers, automated palletizers, depalletizers, and conveyors. Work involves regular use of tools and equipment related to mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems up to 480 volts, and three-phase and single-phase motors. The facility emphasizes strict adherence to safety procedures, including lockout/tagout, PPE usage, machine guarding, and hot work protocols, as well as compliance with GMP, SQF, HACCP, and general workplace safety standards. Employees are expected to maintain a clean, organized work area and follow good manufacturing practices to ensure food safety and product quality.Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Morganton, NC.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $62,400.00 - $93,600.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family. Assistance Programs: Through our Employee Assistance Program, we offer a wide range of wellbeing and health resources to support employees and their families. Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with company matching to help you prepare for the future. Career Development: Training programs, mentoring, and clear paths for career advancement. Time Off: Time to recharge and enjoy life outside of work can be planned through paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.Application Deadline