Mechatronics Reliability Specialist (Allen-Bradley PLCs)

Ready to be the uptime champion?

We are seeking a Mechatronics Reliability Specialist to keep our plant systems dependable and efficient. If you enjoy diagnosing complex issues, improving automation, and mentoring others, this is your arena.

What you will tackle

• Drive both reactive and preventive maintenance across mechanical, electrical, and controls assets.
• Use advanced electronics and controls to achieve maximum equipment efficiency and reliability.
• Cut daily downtime by performing electrical testing, targeted troubleshooting, and implementing automation upgrades that enhance safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Own and maintain SOPs for your role to standardize best practices.
• Develop and execute PM plans for mechanical, electrical, and controls infrastructure.
• Ensure full adherence to Personal Safety, Food Safety, Quality, and Environmental policies.
• Keep your area clean and orderly; join safety inspections and accident investigations; immediately report safety concerns, accidents, and near misses.
• Help set department priorities and coach teammates on proper equipment maintenance.

How you will measure success

• Relentless focus on continuous improvement of processes, products, services, and our culture.
• Performance gains verified by departmental KPIs and the Culture survey.
• Consistent, world-class customer service that delivers defect-free products on time.
• Facility appearance and work area standards maintained to established levels.

Culture and conduct

• Model the Sazerac Ideal Team Member Profile and build strong professional relationships inside and outside the company.
• Act in line with company values and participate in efforts addressing insights from climate surveys to help make our workplace one of the industry’s most desired.
• Follow company procedures, electrical engineering best practices, and all applicable regulations, including environmental compliance.
• Work to established standards to consistently deliver excellent customer service.

Your growth path

• Create a development plan with your manager and grow at least one targeted skill each year.
• Define your career goals and communicate them to your supervisor so we can help you get there.

Must-haves

• Apprenticeship, technical school, or Associate degree.
• 3+ years of relevant experience.
• Detail oriented with strong analytical, technical, and computer skills.
• Comfort using technology and systems; able to manage multiple projects and tasks at once.
• Clear communicator across all organizational levels.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and ladder logic.
• Capable of operating industrial equipment and lifting/moving up to 50 pounds without assistance.

Preferred

• Alcohol beverage or broader CPG manufacturing experience.
• 3 years of hands-on electrical experience, including Allen Bradley PLC hardware and programming, and equipment troubleshooting.

Technical strengths

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

Tools and systems you will use

• VFDs
• Allen Bradley PLCs
• Conveyor systems
• Servo motors

Physical requirements

• Operate industrial equipment as required.
• Lift and move up to 50 pounds without assistance.
• Work overtime when needed and work a 12 hour shift.
• Move between worksites and throughout the facility.
• In-person attendance.
• Strong communication; ability to read and write.
• Work near moving mechanical parts; ability to work with the risk of electrical shock.
• High attention to detail.
• Loud work environment (metal can manufacturing, large earth moving equipment).