Maintenance Technician

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. Consider applying if you want to work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact, develop lasting relationships with great people, and build a satisfying career.

About the role

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for ensuring equipment uptime through timely, in-depth troubleshooting and repair. The role involves working with production equipment including injection molders, blow molders, fillers/cappers, labelers, case packers, conveyors, palletizers, and stretch wrappers, as well as facilities and auxiliary equipment such as chillers, air compressors, Reverse Osmosis, and other water filtration systems. The Maintenance Technician collaborates with machine Operators, Supervisors, Preventative Maintenance Mechanics, and Sr. Maintenance Technicians to resolve mechanical issues during shifts and proposes solutions to complex, recurring problems.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems using schematics, technical drawings, and testing equipment
• Repair equipment, fixtures, systems, conveyors, and other equipment at the facility
• Modify, lubricate, diagnose, and operate equipment in accordance with Niagara’s defined processes
• Maintain industrial control systems
• Work independently and with team members to complete repairs safely and timely
• Fill in for production operator as needed
• Create and report repairs throughout the shift; complete required work order paperwork and document parts and material usage
• Understand and follow plant safety rules, including safe lifting practices and safe machine operation; use Personal Protective Equipment where required
• Ensure regular and predictable attendance to maintain equipment and facility uptime

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in a field or similar maintenance environment
• Minimum 4 years of experience in the position
• 4 years of experience managing people/projects (may include a combination of work experience and education)
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and resolve issues across multiple departments
• Basic experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to read and interpret schematics: electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic
• Skilled in the use of shop equipment such as hydraulic and mechanical presses, bench grinder, drill press, mill and lathe, and assorted power tools
• Proficient with precision measuring equipment, such as calipers, dial indicators, bore gauges, and depth gauges
• Willingness to be a technical leader and trainer within a specific area of the plant or machine center
• Must have own toolbox and basic tools

Preferred Qualifications

• 6 years of experience in a field or similar manufacturing environment
• 6 years of experience in the position
• 6 years of experience managing people/projects (may include a combination of work experience and education)
• Experience in high-speed manufacturing, bottling, beverage, packaging, or plastics industries
• Experience with Variable Frequency Drives (VFD), servo drives, and servo motors
• Experience with rotary equipment such as rotary press or filler
• Knowledge of thermodynamics, heat transfer, or plastics processing
• Experience with Krones, Sidel, or Husky equipment
• Experience with HVAC, including chillers and/or air compressors
• Experience working with electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics for troubleshooting
• Skilled in fabrication capabilities such as cutting and welding (MIG, TIG, or stick)
• Skilled in working with electrical systems including 480VAC & 24VDC power
• Ability to read and interpret schematics for process and instrumentation diagrams
• Skilled 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 modules

Competencies

• Lead Like an Owner: Makes safety the number one priority; keeps alert for safety issues and escalates immediately; effectively prioritizes tasks based on department goals; shows respect to others and confronts interpersonal issues directly; prioritizes resolution of customer issues effectively; responds promptly and honors commitments to internal and external customers.
• InnovACT: Makes recommendations to continuously improve policies, methods, procedures, and/or products; demonstrates adaptability by reacting appropriately to unexpected changes; increases performance through greater efficiency.
• Find a Way: Seeks to develop technical knowledge through learning from other experts; understands interdepartmental impact of individual decisions and actions; seeks solutions rather than placing blame.
• Empowered to be Great: Consistently looks for ways to improve oneself through growth and development opportunities; communicates clearly and promptly up, down, and across; communicates effectively to manage expectations.

Education

• Minimum Required: High School Diploma
• Preferred: Associate’s Degree in manufacturing, manufacturing technology, mechatronics, industrial manufacturing, manufacturing automation, or other similar manufacturing-related specialization

Benefits

Our Total Rewards package is thoughtfully designed to support both you and your family:

• 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 accident plans
• 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