Production Mechanic (m/w/d)

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.

If you are a current associate of Primo Brands, please apply via myADP.

$28 Hourly

Kentwood, LA

Monday to Friday 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Needed flexibility to work overtime and weekends based on business needs

Shift differential: 6%-8% of base hourly rate paid for applicable hours worked Responsibilities:

The Technical Lead A/Production Line 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)

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 .