PLC Technician

Overview

Primo Brands is a leading branded beverage company in North America with a focus on healthy hydration. We are proud to offer an extensive and iconic portfolio of highly recognizable, sustainably sourced, and conveniently packaged branded beverages distributed across more than 150,000 retail outlets.

Factory Location : Greenwood, IN

Compensation : $46.78/hour with $.50 increases after 90 and 180 days upon successful review

Schedule : Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm

Ability to work holidays and weekends per business needs

Responsibilities

Perform maintenance tasks to include - repairing, planning, coordinating, and improving, from minor rebuilds to major overhauls on all equipment.

Identify processing efficiency improvement opportunities and manage improvement projects.

Identify processing waste reduction opportunities and manage waste reduction projects

Streamline preventative maintenance program to help reduce costs of operations.

Direct equipment installations, retrofits and upgrades to include vendors and contractors

Strong communication and interpersonal skills for interaction with all employees

Support (thru cross training) in other areas covered by the technical team

Will actively support NCE through GO SEES – DMAIC projects – Debriefs and shift handoffs – DOR meetings when required

Areas of responsibility will include but are not limited to –Production support - Mechanical Room– Water Processing – Boiler Room –Waste Water Treatment- Water Chemical Treatment Program –

Qualifications

Three to Five years proven PLC maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.

Must currently be in a mechanic position to apply.

Must have knowledge level of PLC programming and automation (Allen Bradley and Siemens)

Working knowledge of Network (device net, ether net, GE In elusion)

Must have working knowledge of analog inputs/ outputs and PID programming

Prior experience with high and low pressure compressors, chillers, water treatment, boilers is preferred.

Strong technical knowledge of compressed air systems (pneumatics), electrical systems, hydraulics and water processing.

Communicate, coach and train employees to continuously improve team’s ability to respond to equipment failures and loss of production.

Ability to be self-managed, scheduling and performing work often unsupervised.

Advanced computer navigation skills, including the use of Microsoft Office applications.

Available for call-ins (company will supply cell phone ) or to cover all shifts to support production teams as required.

Ability to vary schedule and work over time as needed to include call ins to support team or Production needs.

Must have and display a positive attitude, strong social skill and exhibit teamwork through daily interactions.

Candidates must possess strong English language skills to effectively communicate with customers and provide exceptional service. Proficiency in English is essential for understanding customer needs, resolving inquiries, and collaborating with team members.

Primo Brands’ established portfolio includes billion-dollar brands Poland Spring® and Pure Life®, premium brands like Saratoga® and Mountain Valley®, regional leaders such as Arrowhead®, Deer Park®, Ice Mountain® Ozarka®, and Zephyrhills®, purified brands, Primo Water® and Sparkletts®, and flavored and enhanced brands like Splash® and AC+ION®. Our extensive direct-to-consumer offerings and industry-leading line-up of innovative water dispensers create consumer connectivity through recurring water purchases across Water Direct, Water Exchange, and Water Refill. At Primo Brands, our more than 11,000 associates are at the heart of what we do and deliver on our mission to provide healthy hydration to consumers wherever, however and whenever they want it. We believe in fostering a respectful culture, which values our associates who are deeply invested in quality hydration, our communities, and the sustainability of our packaging and water sources for generations to come.

Primo Brands is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law.