Technical Lead Specialist

Overview: Primo Brands is a leading branded beverage company in North America with a focus on healthy hydration. We proudly offer an extensive and iconic portfolio of highly recognizable, sustainably sourced, and conveniently packaged branded beverages distributed across more than 150,000 retail outlets.

Factory Location: Dallas, TX

Compensation: $32.50 / hour

Schedule: 5:30am to 4:00pm, Monday - Friday. Flexibility to work holidays and weekends based on business needs.

Responsibilities:

• CIL Technician - PM Specialist on injection machinery.
• Restore machinery to operational status during runtime failures in a collaborative environment.
• Perform reactive maintenance to address equipment failures by repairing mechanical, electrical, and structural components.
• Engage in retrofitting and fabrication, execute machine tear down/repair and assembly, and work with PLCs, VFDs, and electric motors.
• Employ creative problem-solving techniques to identify and implement equipment improvements.
• Participate in special projects involving equipment upgrades or installations.
• Collaborate with team members and operators to ensure the daily production schedule is met.
• Plan, lead, and execute preventative maintenance (PM) according to established schedules to minimize equipment downtime.
• Foster strong partnerships with team members and vendors through effective communication.
• Offer support to production operators or team members as needed.
• Operate a forklift as necessary to complete job duties.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED; further technical training or certifications are preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in an industrial manufacturing setting.
• Strong sense of urgency in task completion; comfort working in a high-speed production environment.
• Excellent mechanical and electrical skills; PLC experience is a plus.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook; SAP experience preferred.
• Experience with CMMS or ERP systems is essential; familiarity with SAP is an advantage.
• Able to work independently or collaboratively, with effective communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with the capacity to mentor others.
• Able to lift and handle 50 lbs. as required while performing duties.
• Comfortable working in awkward postures for extended periods.
• Must complete an online skills assessment (Ramsay) prior to the onsite interview.

Primo Brands' established portfolio includes billion-dollar brands such as Poland Spring® and Pure Life®, premium brands like Saratoga® and Mountain Valley®, as well as regional leaders like Arrowhead®, Deer Park®, Ice Mountain®, Ozarka®, and Zephyrhills®, plus purified brands such as Primo Water® and Sparkletts®. Our offerings also include flavored and enhanced brands like Splash® and AC+ION®. Our industry-leading lineup of innovative water dispensers fosters consumer connectivity through recurring water purchases across Water Direct, Water Exchange, and Water Refill. With over 11,000 associates, we are committed to providing healthy hydration to consumers whenever and wherever they want it. We value and respect our associates who are deeply invested in quality hydration, our communities, and sustainable packaging and water sources for future generations.

Primo Brands is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and welcoming environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, veteran status, disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Candidates must have strong English language skills for effective communication with customers and team collaboration.