At Niagara, we’re looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water.

Consider applying here, if you want to:   

Work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact.   Develop lasting relationships with great people.   Have the opportunity to build a satisfying career.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our Team Members.

Automation Program - Allentown, PA

The Automation Apprenticeship Program (AAP) is designed to develop Automation Sr. Maintenance Technicians for Niagara Bottling’s Maintenance department. An AAP participant will learn the skills necessary to act as an Automation specialist through a combination of formal classroom training and on-the-job training. Participants will specifically learn how to perform automation functions as it pertains to high-speed bottling equipment and utilities.

Essential Functions

The AAP participant will complete the below learning objectives of the training program:

Shadow and learn from PLC Sr. Maintenance Technicians, Automation Engineers groups, Automation Specialist groupsAssist with automation projectsAssist with downed equipment repair during the production shift as neededAssist with crisis downtime situationsResearch and documentation using a computerAttend OEM trainings and apply learnings upon returning to the plant (at plant’s discretion)Perform on-demand maintenance and repair of equipment in the manufacturing facilityComplete daily responsibilities assigned by the direct supervisorExplain and demonstrate accomplishment of the learning objectives for each learning activity in both theory and practiceWork safely & follow the written procedures to do soFollow & respect company rules, staff and their peersBe at work on time based on their assigned schedule

*Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without prior notice.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:2 Years – Experience in Maintenance or similar manufacturing environment.Preferred Qualifications:4 Years – Experience in Maintenance or similar manufacturing environment

*experience may include a combination of work experience and education

List if any travel is required using percentage of time:65% of travel may be required

Technician education

Ability to understand and do mathMechanical and electrical aptitude.Attention to detail and organized.Ability to read blueprints & schematics.Able to stand, sit, squat or reach up to 12 hours per day as required by the specific job.Great attendance, be willing to work as a team, and take pride in their performance.Basic computer skills.

Competencies

This position embodies the values of Niagara’s LIFE competency model, focusing on the following key drivers of success:

Lead Like an OwnerMakes safety the number one priorityKeeps alert for safety issues and escalates immediatelyEffectively prioritizes tasks based on department goalsShows respect to others and confronts interpersonal issues directlyPrioritizes resolution of customer issues effectivelyResponds promptly and honors commitments to internal and external customersInnovACTMakes recommendations to continuously improve policies, methods, procedures, and/or productsDemonstrates adaptability by reacting appropriately to unexpected changes in situations or circumstancesIncreases performance through greater efficiencyFind a WaySeeks to develop technical knowledge through learning from other expertsUnderstands interdepartmental impact of individual decisions and actionsSeeks solutions rather than placing blameEmpowered to be GreatConsistently looks for ways to improve one’s self through growth and development opportunitiesCommunicates clearly and promptly up, down, and acrossCommunicates effectively to manage expectations

Education

Minimum Required: Associate's Degree  in Mechatronics, Computer Science or Electrical DegreePreferred: Bachelor's Degree in Mechatronics, Computer Science or Electrical Degree

Certification/License:

Required:           N/APreferred:          Vocational Technical School Certificate in a related field

Foreign Language

Required:           None RequiredPreferred:          None Required

Foreign Language

Required:           N/APreferred:          N/A

Benefits

https://careers.niagarawater.com/us/en/benefits

* *Los Angeles County applicants only** Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and any other applicable local and state laws.

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