What are the responsibilities and job description for the High-Speed Bottling Machinery Specialist position at Union Beverage Production & Packers?
Ready to keep a high-speed line on beat?
Do you notice a bearing before it squeals? Can you set up a filler, pivot to a labeler changeover, and still spot a conveyor jam in time? If you love making complex equipment run safely and reliably, this role is for you.
Your first 90 days: what you’ll tackle- Master start-ups, shut-downs, and changeovers across fillers, labelers, packers, conveyors, and palletizers.
- Shadow Maintenance to learn escalation paths, then own basic troubleshooting and minor mechanical repairs.
- Support preventive maintenance and complete routine inspections for wear, leaks, damage, and abnormal noise.
- Study equipment manuals, mechanical drawings, and schematics to speed up safe adjustments.
- Document production and maintenance work with accuracy and clarity.
- Apply safety, GMP, food safety, quality, and company standards without compromise.
- Partner tightly with Maintenance, Quality, Sanitation, and Production to hit targets while protecting product quality.
- Pay: $20.00–$28.00 per hour, DOE
- Shifts: All 3 shifts
- Status: Full-time, Non-Union
- Minimum hours: 48 per week
- Weekend: Required
- Overtime: Required as needed
- Location: In person
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Background in machine operation, mechanical work, manufacturing, or industrial equipment.
- Mechanical aptitude and basic diagnostic skills.
- Confidence with hand and power tools.
- Ability to spot problems and complete minor adjustments and repairs.
- Comfort following written procedures and verbal direction.
- Reliable attendance.
- Flexibility to work weekends, overtime, and 48 hours weekly.
- Ability to work safely around moving industrial machinery.
- Beverage, food, packaging, or industrial manufacturing environments.
- Experience with fillers, labelers, packers, palletizers, conveyors, and similar equipment.
- History of equipment set-up, adjustment, repair, or modification.
- Forklift or pallet jack operation.
- On your feet and moving for long stretches.
- Lifting up to 50 pounds when needed.
- Frequent bending, kneeling, climbing, pushing, and pulling.
- Exposure to moving machinery, noise, and production materials.
- Work in hot, cold, wet, or fast-moving production areas.
- Consistent use of required PPE.
- 401(k) with company match
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off and holidays
- Overtime opportunities
- Room to grow your skills and career
Benefits may be subject to eligibility.
Skill areas that set you up for success- Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
- Maintenance and Repair Skills
- Equipment Diagnostics & Troubleshooting
- Mechanical Systems & Component Repair
- Equipment Repair & Maintenance
- Equipment Installation
- Machine Safety Inspections
Equal Opportunity Employer
Union Beverage Packers, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a safe, respectful, and professional workplace.
Salary : $20 - $28