At a Glance
- Tasks: Ensure plant operations run smoothly with hands-on maintenance and troubleshooting.
- Company: Join Niagara Bottling, a leader in affordable bottled water.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, great benefits, and opportunities for growth.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with a focus on safety and continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Be part of a mission-driven team making a difference in the beverage industry.
- Qualifications: 6+ years in manufacturing maintenance; strong communication and technical skills required.
The predicted salary is between 38.95 - 55.51 $ per hour.
- Sr. Maintenance Technician – Injection
- Company: Niagara Bottling
Join our mission to provide high quality, affordable bottled water.
We are looking for a seasoned maintenance technician to ensure uninterrupted plant operations through predictive and preventive maintenance, problem resolution, and continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
- Ensure equipment uptime through timely troubleshooting and repair of all production equipment, including injection molders, blow molders, fillers/cappers, labelers, case packers, conveyors, palletizers, and stretch wrappers.
- Perform maintenance on auxiliary equipment such as chillers, air compressors, reverse osmosis and other water filtration systems.
- Act as subject‑matter expert on at least one equipment area and train operators, mechanics, and supervisors on technical procedures.
- Lead and execute continuous‑improvement projects with plant leadership to resolve recurring problems, upgrade equipment, and drive throughput performance.
- Use data analysis and diagnostic software to perform root‑cause analysis, schedule planned downtime, and coordinate overhaul and refurbishment activities.
- Document troubleshooting procedures and upload SOPs to the BDA system; maintain machine reliability and mean‑time‑between‑failure metrics.
- Maintain safety standards, good manufacturing practices, and regulatory compliance throughout all maintenance activities.
- Participate in on‑call rotations, stand or walk for extended periods, and lift up to 50 lb. Required to carry a personal toolbox and basic tools.
Qualifications
- Minimum 6 years’ experience in a manufacturing maintenance environment.
- Experience managing people/projects (minimum 4 years).
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to resolve issues across departments.
- Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Able to read and interpret electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics.
- Hands‑on skills with hydraulic and mechanical presses, bench grinder, drill press, mill, lathe, and power tools.
- Proficient in precision measuring equipment (calipers, dial indicators, bore gauges).
- Preferred: 10+ years in a maintenance manufacturing role; experience with Krones, Husky, Sidel or other bottling equipment.
- Preferred: Demonstrated continuous‑improvement initiatives and technical leadership.
- Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with blow molding and injection molding production lines.
- Familiarity with labeling technology and packaging equipment.
- Experience creating process improvements, welding (MIG, TIG, stick), and variable‑frequency drive repair.
- Competencies
- Lead Like an Owner – Safety first, prioritize tasks, respect colleagues, meet commitments.
- Innov ACT – Continuously improve policies, methods, and procedures.
- Find a Way – Seek solutions, understand interdepartmental impacts.
- Empowered to be Great – Pursue growth, communicate effectively, manage expectations.
Education
- Minimum: High School Diploma or GED.
- Preferred: Associate’s Degree in manufacturing technology, mechatronics, or related field.
Compensation
Benefits
For full details visit https://careers. niagarawater. com/us/en/benefits.
We are an equal opportunity employer.
Salary and compensation will be equitable and nondiscriminatory.
Applicants with arrest or conviction records are considered per the California Fair Chance Act.
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Senior Maintenance Technician employer: Niagara Bottling
At Niagara, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where Team Members can thrive and build meaningful careers. Our Stockton facility provides competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and ample opportunities for professional growth, all while fostering a culture of safety and collaboration. Join us to be part of a mission-driven team that values innovation and personal development.
