Maintenance Mechanic
Pepsi National Brands

** 3RD SHIFT with pay differential **

SUMMARY

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for undertaking preventive and corrective maintenance activities. Within a manufacturing or industrial environment, the technician assists in identifying and promptly resolving any mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, or electrical issues that may occur within the manufacturing processes and auxiliary equipment and systems in the facility. The specific duties of the technician vary depending on the prevailing maintenance requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

• Perform preventative maintenance on production equipment
  
• Repair all production equipment as needed
  
• Comply with all GMP, safety, and audit standards.
  
• Perform general housekeeping
  
• Change line for package changeovers
  
• Participate in breakdown analysis (BDA) efforts
  
• Work with outside contractors when necessary
  
• Upgrade production lines with new equipment/technology
  
• Ability to work independently.
  
• Documentation of work schedule and work tasks completed.
  
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned.
  

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. One or more years of experience required in the following areas:

• Mechanical systems (e.g., gear boxes, chains, sprockets, motors, seals, bearings).
  
• Troubleshooting mechanical breakdowns (pinpointing and fixing breakdowns).
  
• Product manuals (e.g., reading and applying knowledge to make repairs).
  
• Reading mechanical drawings (e.g., hydraulics, pneumatics).
  

PREFERRED SKILLSETS

The capability to successfully execute one or more of the following tasks is highly desirable in order to excel in this position.

• Basic knowledge of electrical systems, such as starters, fuses, contacts, and relays
  
• Familiarity with compressors and ammonia systems, like refrigeration systems
  
• Proficiency in working with conveyors and airveyors, including air cylinders, diverters, sensors, and motor/speed controls.
  
• Skilled in handling electrical systems, including installation, frequency drive, and troubleshooting.
  
• Experience with electronics, such as level probes, flow meters, and drives/VFDs.
  
• Knowledgeable about gearing and gear boxes, including rebuilds, ordering parts, and machining parts.
  
• Proficient in hydraulic systems, dealing with high-pressure cylinders, pumps, valves, and troubleshooting.
  
• Understanding of kinematics, including line speed/sprocket size ratios
  
• Familiarity with reviewing rating instructions
  
• Experience with PLC systems, including industrial maintenance and computer control systems.
  
• Competence in working with pneumatics, including solenoids, cylinders, motor brakes, reading, and troubleshooting.
  
• Knowledge of pneumatics/air compression, such as valves and cylinders
  
• Skill in performing preventative maintenance using computerized charts/data.
  
• Experience with pumps, including troubleshooting, replacing seals/motors, and understanding specifications.
  
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, such as electrical blueprints with switches, starters, maps, and relays.
  
• Proficient in troubleshooting, including diagnostics and problem-solving
  
• Collaboration skills and experience working in team-based environments.
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Lift/Carry

12lbs or less - Frequently

13-25lbs - Occasionally

26-40lbs - Occasionally

41-100lbs - Occasionally

Push/Pull

12lbs or less - Occasionally

13-25lbs - Occasionally

26-40lbs - Occasionally

41-100lbs - Occasionally

Other

Bend - Occasionally

Squat/Kneel - Occasionally

Twist/Turn - Occasionally

Climb - Occasionally

Crawl - Occasionally

Reach above Shoulder - Occasionally

Reach Outward - Occasionally

Stand/Walk - Frequently

Sit - Occasionally

Drive Auto/Stand - Occasionally

Type/Keypunch - Occasionally

* We do not provide application status due to overwhelming volume. If your skills meet our needs, we will contact you to move forward in the process.*

**EOE without regard to race, color, religion, creed, affectional or sexual orientation or sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetics, veteran status, gender, gender identity, citizenship status, marital status, VEVRAA Federal Contractor.**

***If you have a disability and you need an accommodation to apply, please contact the Sr. Director of Talent and Development at 301-773-5500 ext. 2975***

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