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Production Maintenance Mechanic

Primo Brands · Hawkins, TX

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Level
Technician
Team
Reliability
Industry
Food & beverage
Posted
28 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A technician-level reliability role at Primo Brands (food & beverage) in Hawkins, TX.

Tools it names
PLC, SAP
Day to day
some off-shift / weekend coverage

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From the plant jobs report · week of November 9, 2026

Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $61k–$86k.

Median of the low and high ends of 77 live postings that list pay, out of 3011 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

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How this role compares

Against 239 other live reliability postings in Texas.

Base pay
Not listed in this posting

Typical $89k–$111k, from 5 postings that list pay.

Experience asked
Not stated

Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • Team leadership 50%
  • Welding 36%
  • ✓ PLC 29%
  • Root cause 24%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

At a glance

Off-shift / weekend coverage

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Full description from Primo BrandsAs posted on their careers site.Show

Responsibilities

Restoring machine to operating conditions during machine runtime failure in a team setting Complete reactive maintenance on production lines to recover from equipment failures by repairing mechanical, electrical, and structural components Create retrofits and fabrication, complete machine tear down/repair and assembly and work on PLC’s, VFD’s, and electric motors Conduct creative problem solving to identify and perform equipment improvements Participate in special project work on equipment upgrades or installations Work with team members and operators to ensure the daily production schedule is met Plan, lead and execute preventative maintenance (PM) according to PM schedule to minimize equipment downtime Maintain partnerships with team members and vendors using effective communication Provide break relief to production operators or team members as needed Operate a forklift as needed to complete duties

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED; additional technical training or certifications desired 3 or more years of previous experience in an industrial manufacturing maintenance environment Demonstrated sense of urgency in completing tasks and comfort working in a high-speed production environment Strong mechanical and electrical skills; PLC experience a plus Solid computer skills, including the use of Word, Excel, Outlook, SAP desired Experience with CMMS or ERP systems needed, SAP experience preferred Ability to work independently or with a team and communicate effectively Solid problem solving and decision-making skills with the ability to coach others Able to move/handle 50 lbs. as needed while performing work Able to achieve a passing score on a skills assessment (Ramsay)

Restoring machine to operating conditions during machine runtime failure in a team setting Complete reactive maintenance on production lines to recover from equipment failures by repairing mechanical, electrical, and structural components Create retrofits and fabrication, complete machine tear down/repair and assembly and work on PLC’s, VFD’s, and electric motors Conduct creative problem solving to identify and perform equipment improvements Participate in special project work on equipment upgrades or installations Work with team members and operators to ensure the daily production schedule is met Plan, lead and execute preventative maintenance (PM) according to PM schedule to minimize equipment downtime Maintain partnerships with team members and vendors using effective communication Provide break relief to production operators or team members as needed Operate a forklift as needed to complete duties

High school diploma or GED; additional technical training or certifications desired 3 or more years of previous experience in an industrial manufacturing maintenance environment Demonstrated sense of urgency in completing tasks and comfort working in a high-speed production environment Strong mechanical and electrical skills; PLC experience a plus Solid computer skills, including the use of Word, Excel, Outlook, SAP desired Experience with CMMS or ERP systems needed, SAP experience preferred Ability to work independently or with a team and communicate effectively Solid problem solving and decision-making skills with the ability to coach others Able to move/handle 50 lbs. as needed while performing work Able to achieve a passing score on a skills assessment (Ramsay)

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Overview Primo Brands is a leading branded beverage company in North America with a focus on healthy hydration. We are proud to 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: Hawkins, TX Compensation: $34.54 / hour Shift differential: 6%-8% of base hourly rate paid for applicable hours worked Schedule: 6:00p - 6:30a rotating 2-2-3 12 hour Day or Night Shifts based on availability and business needs Ability to work holidays and weekends per business needs

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