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Industrial Automation Maintenance Technologist

Sazerac Company

Baltimore, MD

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Allen-Bradley, Analysis Skills, Automation, Best Practices, Beverages, Coaching, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Computer Workstations, Consumer Packaged Goods, Continuous Improvement, Conveyor Systems, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Earthmoving Equipment, Electrical Engineering, Electricity, Electronics, Environmental Compliance, Establish Priorities, Food Quality, Food Safety, Identify Issues, Ladder Logic, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Maintenance - Electrical, Manufacturing, Mechanical Maintenance, Metal Manufacturing, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Performance Metrics, Preventative Maintenance, Process Improvement, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Project/Program Management, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Risk, Root Cause Analysis, Safety/Work Safety, Set Goals, Testing, Variable Speed Drive (VSD)
LOCATION
Baltimore, MD
POSTED
8 days ago

About the Role

As an Industrial Automation Maintenance Technologist, you will be the on-the-floor expert keeping our plant running at peak performance. You will execute both on-demand repairs and rigorous preventive maintenance across mechanical, electrical, and controls systems. You will also drive continuous improvement, help shape department priorities, and coach teammates on proper equipment care.

A Day in the Life

  • Begin with a safety walkthrough and verify adherence to Personal Safety, Food Safety, Quality, and Environmental policies.
  • Review overnight downtime logs; perform electrical testing and targeted troubleshooting to reduce recurring issues.
  • Tune automation and controls to optimize safety, quality, and efficiency; update or implement enhancements using state-of-the-art electronics and controls.
  • Own and update SOPs for the role; standardize best practices to drive reliable, repeatable outcomes.
  • Collaborate with operations to prioritize maintenance activities and schedule PMs for mechanical, electrical, and controls infrastructure.
  • Coach peers on safe work practices and equipment care; step in to prevent unsafe behaviors and promptly report safety concerns, accidents, and near misses.
  • Keep the workspace organized and free of debris, and participate in safety inspections and accident investigations.

What You Will Improve

  • Uptime and reliability through root-cause analysis and PLC/VFD diagnostics.
  • Quality outcomes by continuously refining processes to deliver defect-free products that meet customer demand.
  • Performance against departmental KPIs and the Culture survey by engaging in world-class customer service and maintaining facility standards.
  • Team culture by modeling the Sazerac Ideal Team Member Profile and building strong relationships across departments and with external partners.

Professional Growth

  • Create a personal development plan with your manager and improve at least one skill each year.
  • Identify your career goals, communicate them to your supervisor, and develop the skills to reach your desired path within the organization.

Standards and Compliance

  • Perform your work in alignment with company procedures, electrical engineering practices and principles, and applicable regulations, including environmental compliance.
  • Work to established standards to deliver the highest and most consistent levels of excellent customer service.

Must-Have Qualifications

  • Apprenticeship program, technical school, or Associate degree.
  • Minimum 3 years of relevant experience.
  • Detail oriented with strong analytical and technical capabilities.
  • Strong computer skills and high comfort with technology and systems.
  • Ability to communicate with all levels of the organization and manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously.
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and ladder logic.
  • Ability to operate industrial equipment as required and lift/move up to 50 pounds without assistance.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in the alcohol beverage industry or in CPG manufacturing.
  • 3 years of hands-on electrical work including Allen Bradley PLC programming and hardware, plus equipment troubleshooting.

Core Proficiencies

  • PLC troubleshooting skills and mechanical troubleshooting skills.
  • Experience with 120/208/240/480 voltage systems.
  • Electrical installation and electrical troubleshooting.
  • Industrial electrical experience.

Machines and Technologies

  • Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
  • Programmable Logic Controllers (Allen Bradley)
  • Conveyor systems
  • Servo motors

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to operate industrial equipment as required.
  • Ability to pick up and/or move objects up to 50 pounds without assistance.
  • Ability to work overtime if necessary.
  • Ability to work 12 hour shift.
  • Ability to move about to accomplish tasks or move from one worksite to another.
  • In-person job attendance.
  • Strong communication skills; ability to read and write.
  • Ability to work near moving mechanical parts and with the risk of electrical shock.
  • Ability to pay attention to detail.
  • Noise level at work station is loud (metal can manufacturing, large earth moving equipment).

About the Company

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