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.
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Pay Rate: $28.00 Hourly
Location: Kentwood, LA
Shift: Monday to Friday 4:00 PM - 12:30 AM
Needed flexibility to work additional hours and weekends based on business needs
Shift differential: 6%-8% of base hourly rate paid for applicable hours worked
Needed flexibility to work overtime and weekends based on business needs
Benefits of working for Primo Brands:
Health Benefits: Medical, prescription, dental, vision, flexible spending account (FSA), dependent care flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA)
Retirement/Investing:
401K with a 5% match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Insurance: Employee Life Insurance, short and long-term disability, critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, spouse/domestic partner/child life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment
Other great benefits: Employee discounts, save on auto, home, and pet insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation and sick time, 9 paid holidays and 3 paid floating holidays, paid leave for when you have a baby, adopt a child, or become a foster parent, legal services, identity theft protection, employee assistance program (EAP), adoption reimbursement benefit, FEDlogic, commuter benefits
Responsibilities:
The Technical Lead A/Production Line Maintenance Mechanic role is an advanced level machine technician that would be responsible for fully understanding an assigned machine center, while being fully capable of performing minor repairs, PMs and troubleshooting and the machine. This role will build necessary capabilities to take on a mechanic level role at full development.
Responsibilities:
• Support operators through troubleshooting, diagnosing and repairing equipment
• Learn and understand all SOPs for mechanic level and operator level positions
• Be familiar to operate all equipment to include normal running parameters, set points, etc
• Execute work orders including special projects, rebuilds and installations when requested
• Work with a sense of urgency to repair and startup the line as quickly as possible
• Develop a working knowledge of basic maintenance principles
• Intermediate electrical troubleshooting
• Execute PMs during planned stoppages to include focus on project work installation, tag closure, standard procedure creation, and work order execution
• Work with vendors as needed for start up, improvement and modification of equipment
• Train operators on equipment standards and technical training modules as needed
• Understand losses of equipment and develop plans to reduce downtime based on highest loss machine per line
• Vacation support for senior production technicians (crew leads)
Qualifications:
- Prefer a background of 2 years of successful current experience in the direct line supervision of maintenance employees and/or demonstrated leadership skills
- 1-2 years' experience with SAP maintenance systems including storeroom inventory
- Background with preventive maintenance systems in manufacturing
- Must have excellent all-around maintenance system skills and experience in areas such as industrial electricity, mechanical power transmission and fluid piping systems
- Must have good computer skills including computerized maintenance management systems, working knowledge of MS Office Application and PLCs (Plant Automation Systems)
- Must have good troubleshooting and decision-making skills
- Must have experience in a high-speed manufacturing environment
- Must be comfortable working in a team-oriented environment
- Must be able to successfully handle multiple priorities
- Must be highly motivated; actively demonstrate a sense of urgency toward the completion of activities, tasks and goals
- Strong oral and written communication skills along with excellent follow-up capabilities
- Experience with plant support equipment a plus (air compressor, pumps, chillers, boilers)
- Able to achieve a passing score on a skills assessment (Ramsay)
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.
Salary Range Disclaimer:
The salary range provided for this position is an approximation based on market research, internal compensation data and the candidate’s qualifications and experience. Final salary offers are determined through a comprehensive evaluation of candidate qualifications and may vary depending on factors such as skills, experience, and geographic location of the position. Other components of the compensation package, including benefits and bonuses, will also be considered. We are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices, and we encourage open dialogue about compensation during the interview process.
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.