Maintenance Technician-Nights

Maintenance Technician-NightsAt Niagara, we're looking for team members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers 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.The maintenance technician is responsible for ensuring equipment uptime through timely, in-depth troubleshooting and repair. The maintenance technician performs troubleshooting and repair of all production equipment including injection molders, blow molders, fillers/cappers, labelers, case packers, conveyors, palletizers, and stretch wrappers. The maintenance technician also performs troubleshooting and repair of facilities and auxiliary equipment, such as chillers, air compressors, reverse osmosis, other water filtration equipment and general maintenance of the plant. The maintenance technician works directly with machine operators, supervisors, preventative maintenance mechanics and sr. maintenance technicians to resolve mechanical issues that arise during shift. The maintenance technician proposes solutions to complex and reoccurring problems on production equipment to sr. mechanics and management to resolve issues.Essential functions:Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems using schematics, technical drawings and testing equipmentRepair equipment, fixtures, systems, conveyors, and other equipment at facilityModify, lubricate, diagnose, and operate equipment in accordance with Niagara's defined processesMaintain industrial control systemsWork independently and with other team members to complete repairs in a safe and timely mannerMay fill in for production operator as neededCreate and report repairs throughout shift. Complete required work order paperwork, document parts and material usageUnderstand and follow plant safety rules including safe lifting practices and safe machine operation.Personal protective equipment is to be used where requiredRegular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job to ensure equipment and facility uptimeQualifications:Minimum qualifications:4 years – experience in field or similar maintenance environment4 years – experience in position4 years – experience managing people/projectsDemonstrated ability to communicate effectively and resolve issues across multiple departmentsBasic experience with Microsoft Word, Excel and OutlookEffective communication of issues and solutions to cross-functional team membersAbility to read and interpret schematics: electrical, hydraulic, and pneumaticSkilled in the use of shop equipment such as hydraulic and mechanical presses, bench grinder, drill press, mill and lathe, and assorted power toolsProficient skills with precision measuring equipment, such as calipers, dial indicators, bore gauges, and depth gaugesWillingness to be a technical leader and trainer within a specific area of plant or machine centerWill need own toolbox and basic toolsPreferred qualifications:6 years– experience in field or similar manufacturing environment6 years – experience working in position6 years – experience managing people/projectsExperience in high-speed manufacturing, bottling, beverage, packaging, or plastics industriesExperience with the following technologies:Variable frequency drive (VFD), servo drives, and servo motorRotary equipment such as rotary press or fillerThermodynamics, heat transfer, or plastics processingKrones, Sidel, or Husky equipmentHVAC including chillers and/or air compressorsExperience working with electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic schematics for troubleshootingSkilled in fabrication capabilities such as cutting and welding (mig, tig or stick)Skilled working with electrical systems including 480VAC & 24VDC powerAbility to read and interpret schematics for process and instrumentation diagramsSkilled in the repair of variable frequency drives, servo motors and controllers, communication systems (asi-bus, can-bus, profi-bus, ethernet), PLC input/output cards, and safety modulesCompetencies:Lead like an owner:Makes safety the number one priorityKeeps alert for safety issues and escalates immediatelyEffectively prioritizes tasks based on department goalsShows respect to others and confronts interpersonal issues directlyPrioritizes resolution of customer issues effectivelyResponds promptly and honors commitments to internal and external customersInnovact:Makes recommendations to continuously improve policies, methods, procedures, and/or productsDemonstrates adaptability by reacting appropriately to unexpected changes in situations or circumstancesIncreases performance through greater efficiencyFind a way:Seeks to develop technical knowledge through learning from other expertsUnderstands interdepartmental impact of individual decisions and actionsSeeks solutions rather than placing blameEmpowered to be great:Consistently looks for ways to improve one's self through growth and development opportunitiesCommunicates clearly and promptly up, down, and acrossCommunicates effectively to manage expectationsEducation:Minimum required:High school diplomaPreferred:Associate's degree in manufacturing, manufacturing technology, mechatronics, industrial manufacturing, manufacturing automation or other similar manufacturing-related specializationCertification/license:Required: N/APreferred: N/AForeign language:Required: none requiredPreferred: none requiredBenefits:Paid time off for holidays, sick time, and vacation timePaid parental and caregiver leavesMedical, including virtual care optionsDentalVision401(k) with company matchHealth savings account with company matchFlexible spending accountsExpanded mental wellbeing benefits including free counseling sessions for all team members and household family membersFamily building benefits including enhanced fertility benefits for IVF and fertility preservation plus adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursementsIncome protection including life and ad&d, short and long-term disability, critical illness and an accident planSpecial discount programs including pet plans, pre-paid legal services, identity theft, car rental, airport parking, etc.Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan and scholarship opportunitiesAnd more!