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About the Role

The Sr. Maintenance Technician-PLC ensures equipment uptime through timely, in-depth electrical troubleshooting of 480VAC & 24VDC components. This role acts as a subject matter expert on operating systems, frequency drives, HMI, and data collection. The technician performs troubleshooting and repair of facilities and auxiliary equipment, develops and implements best practices, and champions continuous improvement through preventative and predictive maintenance.

Responsibilities

Adhere to and enforce highest standards in safety and good manufacturing practices plant-wide
Train and lead Operators, Mechanics and Supervisors on technical procedures related to high-speed bottle manufacturing and packaging
Work directly with plant leadership to develop and execute projects involving continuous improvement, upgrades, and the resolution of re-occurring problems
Rapid identification of machine problems to minimize equipment downtime with root cause analysis conducted to prevent re-occurrence
Partner with other Sr. Maintenance Technicians to resolve cross-functional problems
Use of available software systems to analyze and identify issues to drive throughput performance
Define requirements and lead overhaul efforts to rebuild equipment to like-new status during planned downtime
Transfer knowledge to Niagara team members to develop operating and troubleshooting procedures in bottling production specialization areas (Blow molding, Filling/capping, Labeling, Dry-end packaging)
Transfer knowledge to Niagara team members to develop operating and troubleshooting procedures in injection technology areas (Husky injection molding machines, auxiliary systems, mold systems, plastic processing)
Create SOP’s for troubleshooting machines, and upload them to BDA system
Regular and predictable attendance, as well as required on-call availability, are essential functions of the job to ensure equipment and facility up-time.
Ability to stand or walk for extended periods of time in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Requirements

6 Years – Experience in an electrical maintenance environment
6 Years – Experience in Position
4 Years – Experience managing people/projects
Effective communication of issues and solutions to cross-functional team members
Ability to read and interpret schematics: electrical and instrumentation diagrams
Familiarity with all basic hand tools, multi-meter and PLC Hardware (I/O modules, communication modules, CPUs and safety relays)
Knowledgeable on RSLogix 5000, SIMATIC Step 7 and Factory Talk Studio
Willingness to be a technical leader and trainer within the automation and electrical area of the plant or machine center
Skilled in the repair of variable frequency drives, servomotors and controllers, communication systems (asi-bus, can-bus, profi- bus, ethernet), PLC input/output cards, and safety modules
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and resolve issues across multiple departments and levels of the organization
Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Will need own toolbox and basic tools
10+ Years– Experience in an electrical maintenance environment (Preferred)
10+ Years – Experience working in Position (Preferred)
6 Years – Experience managing people/projects (Preferred)
4 years of experience in troubleshooting one of the following operating systems: Allen Bradley (AB), B&R or Siemens (Preferred)
4 years of experience in an electro-mechanical role with Krones, Husky, Sidel, or other packaging or bottling equipment (Preferred)
1 year of experience leading and developing others on the functionality and repair of electro-mechanical equipment (Preferred)
2 years of experience creating process improvements or continuous improvement initiatives (Preferred)
Skilled in layout and installation of electrical and communication lines (Preferred)
Skilled working with electrical systems including 480VAC & 24VDC power (Preferred)
Ability to read and interpret schematics: process and instrumentation diagrams (Preferred)
Proficiency in troubleshooting one or more of the following automation systems: Allen Bradley (AB), B&R, and/or Siemens (Preferred)
Working experience with RSLogix 5000, SIMATIC Step 7, and Factory Talk Studio (Preferred)
Understanding of binary numbers and computer infrastructure (Preferred)
Knowledge of COPA-Data Zenon, SEW Motion Studios, and/or B&R Automation Studios (Preferred)

Skills

Allen Bradley (AB)
B&R automation
Siemens
Zenon
Frequency drives
Human machine interface (HMI)
Data collection/system backups
RSLogix 5000
SIMATIC Step 7
Factory Talk Studio
Variable frequency drives
Servomotors and controllers
Communication systems (asi-bus, can-bus, profi- bus, ethernet)
PLC input/output cards
Safety modules
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Blow molding
PET processing
Filling/capping
Beverage processing methods
Cap feeding systems
Vision inspection systems
Laser date coders
Conveying systems
Labeling technology
Hot melt gluing systems
Dry-end packaging
Case packers
Case conveyors
Conventional and robotic palletizers
Stretch wrappers
Husky injection molding machines
Hydraulic systems
Pneumatic systems
Electromechanical systems
Resin handling/blending
Resin drying
Dehumidification
Mold systems
Plastic processing
Krones
Sidel
KHS
Sacmi
Tech Long
SEW Motion Studios
B&R Automation Studios

Location

NEW YORK

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

Senior
6 Years – Experience in an electrical maintenance environment
6 Years – Experience in Position
4 Years – Experience managing people/projects
10+ Years– Experience in an electrical maintenance environment (Preferred)
10+ Years – Experience working in Position (Preferred)
6 Years – Experience managing people/projects (Preferred)
4 years of experience in troubleshooting one of the following operating systems: Allen Bradley (AB), B&R or Siemens (Preferred)
4 years of experience in an electro-mechanical role with Krones, Husky, Sidel, or other packaging or bottling equipment (Preferred)
1 year of experience leading and developing others on the functionality and repair of electro-mechanical equipment (Preferred)
2 years of experience creating process improvements or continuous improvement initiatives (Preferred)

Education Level

High School Diploma or GED
Associate's Degree in manufacturing, manufacturing technology, mechatronics, industrial manufacturing, manufacturing automation or other similar manufacturing-related specialization (Preferred)

Salary/Compensations

$42.94 - $60.11 / 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

About the Company

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.
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.

Equal Opportunity

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.
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