Senior Line Automation Specialist

Power your Thirst for More at DrinkPAK, where we revolutionize beverage manufacturing, driven by automation and sustainability. Together, through grit and innovation, we break new ground in record time by acquiring the most advanced technology and attracting the brightest talent. Our explosive growth and journey through uncharted territories offers unique career opportunities enabling passionate individuals to reach their full potential.

To support our teams, we offer enriching lifestyle accounts, comprehensive benefits, formal development programs, and an energizing environment. Drive your success at DrinkPAK, where we refresh, hydrate and nourish the world and our employees alike.

POSITION

DESCRIPTION:

The Senior Line Automation Specialist is responsible for the overall maintenance of all manufacturing, facility, & support equipment.

BENEFITS:
The well-being of our team members is critically important to us. As part of this commitment, we offer: PPO medical, dental, and vision insurance for our employees AND their dependents, 100% paid by the CompanyA cell phone stipend

Annual discretionary bonus
401(k) match program, pet insurance, life insurance, and more

LOCATION:

The position can be based either at Drink Pak’s Headquarters (DP1) in Santa Clarita, California, or our Texas Facility (DP2) in Fort Worth, Texas.

TYPE:
Full-time;
Salaried / Exempt.

RESPONSIBILITIES Serve as the technical expert on all aspects of line automation, line controls, conveyance processes, and equipment

Provide hands-on troubleshooting support for line automation and conveyance-related issues to reduce downtime and product waste.

Define, document, and standardize line automation and conveyance procedures and specifications across all applicable lines.

Collaborate with Quality to ensure line automation and conveyance meet all quality requirements

Lead and train maintenance and production teams on proper conveyor and automation setup, operation, and maintenance.

Work with OEMs and engineering teams for upgrades, commissioning, and validation of new conveyor/line controls or modifications.

Lead rebuild activities on conveyors across DrinkPAK to ensure proper rebuild activities are being performed and delivering a vertical startup post-rebuild

Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for conveyor/line control-related issues

Drive continuous improvement projects focused on conveyor/line controls equipment reliability, and productivity.

Stay current on industry best practices and emerging technologies in conveyor and line controls, including a high emphasis on artificial intelligence tools

Travel will be required to routinely visit all DrinkPAK facilities and ensure best practices are implemented network-wide; 75% travel

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 High School Diploma required;
Associate’s Degree preferred in manufacturing, manufacturing technology, mechatronics, industrial manufacturing, manufacturing automation, or other similar manufacturing-related specialization.

At least 5+ years of working on-line automation, line control, PLC systems, and conveyors.

Experience in high-speed manufacturing, bottling, beverage, packaging, or canning industries preferred

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and resolve issues across multiple departments

Experience with the following technologies:
Variable frequency drive (VFD), servo drives, and servo motors, Krones LMS, PLC control systems, communication systems

Demonstrates adaptability by reacting appropriately to unexpected changes…