Electromechanical Maintenance Technician -- Beverage Production

Job Description

Job Description

Step Into the Line: A Day in This Role

When the first bottles start to move, you’re already ahead of them. You’ve walked the floor, reviewed the maintenance plan, and checked the utilities that power high-speed packaging and processing. As our Electromechanical Maintenance Technician, you’ll diagnose faults, repair issues quickly, and keep our production equipment and facility assets performing at their best. You’ll drive both preventive and predictive maintenance to minimize downtime and elevate reliability across the plant.

Tropicana Brands Group is charting a bold path in chilled and fresh beverages. Created in 2022 through a joint venture by PAI Partners and PepsiCo, we pair startup energy with the strength of beloved brands like Tropicana, Naked, KeVita, Izze, Copella, and Punica. Building on 76+ years leading the orange juice category, we’re reimagining refreshment—from functional smoothies to afternoon pick‑me‑ups—and pushing what a $3B startup can achieve.

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production lines and facility equipment to ensure safe, reliable operation.
• Execute preventive and predictive maintenance routines to reduce unplanned downtime.
• Support installation of new machinery and layout changes.
• Operate production line equipment as needed to support throughput and testing.
• Pitch in across plant maintenance whenever needed and take on additional responsibilities assigned by management.
• Uphold strong housekeeping and GMP standards in every area you touch.
• Participate on the emergency response team; must be able to wear SCBA and a respirator.

• 3–4 years of experience in food processing environments.
• Ability to read schematics and diagnose across mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation systems.
• Hands-on machining experience (lathe, mill, grinders, etc.).
• Welding exposure preferred: arc, heli-arc, plasma, sanitary.
• Proficiency with pumps (centrifugal and positive displacement): teardown, repair, and alignment.
• Skilled in electrical construction and wiring methods.
• Comfort using electronic test equipment and simulating/bench testing components.
• Experience with plant utilities: boilers, water systems, air compressors, and HVAC.
• Familiarity with automated, high-speed packaging machinery.
• Use of CMMS for work orders, PMs, and parts tracking.
• PC savvy: Windows, Microsoft Office, and other common applications.
• Strong electrical and instrumentation aptitude with PLC exposure.
• Knowledge of AC/DC drives and related control systems.
• Bring your own tools.

• Based in or willing to relocate to the City of Industry, CA area for the duration of employment.
• Onsite presence required at our manufacturing facility on a full-time basis.
• Capable of standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting/moving 50+ lbs for the duration of the shift.
• Previous, verifiable maintenance mechanic experience in manufacturing (minimum 1 year).
• Relevant coursework from a junior college or technical institute, plus seminars or ongoing education are valued.

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future

Pay of this position is $35.96 an hour.

We offer a comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision, company-provided life insurance, STD and LTD, a 401(k), and a Pension Plan. You may also elect voluntary life, accident, hospital, and critical illness coverages.