Manufacturing Maintenance Technician

Shift: N2: Wed., Thur., Fri., Alternating Sat. 6:30PM - 7:00AM

Sign On Bonus: $5,000

Spartanburg SC is the largest manufacturing and distribution site in the Keurig Dr. Pepper network. It runs on first-in-class factory systems with highly automated processing, packaging, and material movement.

The site uses a High Performance Teams structure to execute on the foundational principles of Total Productive Maintenance and Lean Manufacturing. Each associate at the Spartanburg site is accountable to a functional business unit and to the overall site operation.

As an Electro Mechanical Technician, you will work with internal and external teams to execute varied maintenance, capital, and continuous improvement plans with minimal supervision. A strong understanding of automated electrical and mechanical systems is key to your success in this role.

In this team-based environment, you will be looked upon to train, mentor, and guide the work of less experienced technicians within your group.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Execute predefined maintenance and continuous improvement plans.
• Identify gaps, breakdowns, and opportunities in equipment and integrated factory systems.
• Drive maintenance and process improvements to implementation or resolution.
• Identify, plan, and execute work to troubleshoot, repair, modify, or install complex manufacturing equipment and systems.
• Work with Stakeholders to understand requirements and recommend or develop plans and designs to fulfill.
• Assist other technicians and technical teams as priorities dictate, time allows, or as directed.
• Complete or assist with special projects and/or other duties as directed.
• Comply with regulatory, Keurig Dr Pepper departmental policies, procedures, and standards with special focus on Safety and Quality.
• Maintain safe, clean, & well-organized work areas.

• Pay starting at $43.34 per hour. The employee will move to a higher rate of $45.62 per hour in the quarter after their 6-month anniversary.
• Shift Premium: Wed., $1/hr, Thur., $1/h, Fri. $2/hr, Sat. $2/hr

• Where Applicable:

  • Benefits eligible day one
  • Benefits, subject to eligibility, and collective bargaining agreements (where applicable): Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Paid Time Off (including vacation and sick time), 401k with company match, Tuition Reimbursement, and Mileage Reimbursement

• Associates Degree in Electrical Engineering and or equivalent experience is preferred.
• 5 years' experience maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing automated systems and equipment.
• Proficient mechanical, electrical and PLC skills (Rockwell, Siemens, and Beckhoff preferred)
• Experience with Laser Guided Vehicles and Autonomous Mobile Robots is preferred.
• Experience with robotic system (Fanuc preferred).
• Experience with vision and quality gate sytems.
• Ability to understand complex instructions and diagrams.
• Ability to work efficiently within standards, revision control, and change management rules.
• Ability to use and understand precision testing and diagnostic equipment.
• Knowledge of inventory control, warehouse execution, and manufacturing execution systems is preferred.
• Proficient in Office applications.
• Self-motivated, accountable, and effective with minimal supervision.
• Ability to cooperate, collaborate, be punctual, and follow instructions.
• Ability to spend significant time standing on the manufacturing floor.
• Ability to frequently kneel, squat, bend, stoop, twist, and reach overhead.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.

Keurig Dr Pepper (Nasdaq: KDP) is a leading beverage company with more than 150 owned, licensed and partner brands that meet a wide range of needs and occasions. Our North American refreshment beverage business holds leadership positions across carbonated soft drinks, water, juice and mixers with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Dr Pepper , Canada Dry , Mott's , A&W , Peñafiel , GHOST , 7UP , Snapple , Clamato and Core Hydration . Our global coffee business spans more than 100 markets and includes the leading Keurig single serve brewing system in the U.S. and Canada, along with powerhouse brands such as Peet's, L'OR and Jacobs, and other regional coffee leaders. Our more than 50,000 employees aim to enhance the experience of every beverage and coffee occasion while making a positive impact for people, communities and the planet.

We strive to be an employer of choice, providing a culture and opportunities that empower our team to grow and develop. We offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development, while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work.

Whatever your area of expertise, at KDP you can be a part of a team that's proud of its brands, partnerships, innovation and growth. Will you join us?

Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

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