Automation Technician III (Traveling 100%)

At 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. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our Team Members. Automation Technician III As an Automation Technician III at Niagara Bottling, you will be working on the production floor with plant Automation technicians at Niagara facilities around the country. Tasks include performing advanced troubleshooting, upgrades on production lines automation systems and providing technical support to those plants that need help. You will also be responsible for training and mentoring the plant Automation technicians. Essential Functions Providing Plant Support for Niagara Facilities Provide aid and expertise to plant maintenance and automation teams Aid in any needed repairs on production machinery, as necessary Troubleshoot and repair complex machine electrical issues Automated Upgrades Perform root cause analysis for automated machine upgrades Research and Development of innovative technologies for increased output and reducing labor Technician Training Share knowledge with the plant electrical and automation technicians Seek out training opportunities for team development and report to Technical Engineering Manager Travel Requirements: Approximately 75% of the year This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without prior notice. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications 4 Years – Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment 4 Years – Experience in Position 0-1 Years – Experience managing people/projects * experience may include a combination of work experience and education Preferred Qualifications 6 Years – Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment 6 Years – Experience working in Position 2 Years – Experience managing people/projects Competencies Proficiency in, but not limited to: AB Automation software Siemens Automation software B & R system knowledge for troubleshooting Microsoft Office Applications – PowerPoint, Outlook, Visio, etc. Able to work alone and with others Often sent out for plant support alone with minimal supervision Often working in conjunction with plant electrical maintenance staff Strong analytical and problem solving skills Self-Motivated with a proven record of taking the initiative Detail-Oriented with Excellent Oral and Written Communication Skills Able to execute tasks in a very dynamic and ever-changing environment Exercise sound judgment and ability to work effectively with a diverse workforce Education Minimum Required Associate’s Degree in Engineering or other related field Preferred Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or other related field Certification / License Required: N/A Preferred: N/A Foreign Language Required: None Preferred: None Typical Compensation Range Pay Rate Type: Hourly $28.90 - $41.91 / Hourly Benefits Paid Time Off for holidays, sick time, and vacation time Paid parental and caregiver leaves Medical, including virtual care options Dental Vision 401(k) with company match Health Savings Account with company match Flexible Spending Accounts Expanded mental wellbeing benefits including free counseling sessions for all team members and household family members Family Building Benefits including enhanced fertility benefits for IVF and fertility preservation plus adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursements Income protection including Life and AD&D, short and long-term disability, critical illness and an accident plan Special discount programs including pet plans, pre-paid legal services, identity theft, car rental, airport parking, etc. Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan and scholarship opportunities * *Los Angeles County applicants only** Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and any other applicable local and state laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Niagara Bottling, LLC