Plant Electromechanical Maintenance Specialist
Diageo USAAbout the Role Step into a role where safety leads every decision. As a Plant Electromechanical Maintenance Specialist at Diageo, you’ll be the go-to expert who keeps assets performing, production flowing, and people safe. You will partner closely with Operations, Risk, Quality, Maturation, Logistics, and Procurement to sustain a Zero Harm culture while elevating reliability, quality, delivery, and cost performance. Location, Pay & Schedule Work Location: 7000 Celebration Way, Hope Hull, AL 36043 Compensation: $86,465.60 annually; shift differential of $0.50/hour (afternoons) and $0.75/hour (overnights); overtime eligible Schedule: Flexibility to move between 8-hour, 10-hour, or rotating 12-hour shifts to support 24/7 operations A Day in the Life You arrive ready to lead with “Safety First.” You scan the line, check MMS and SAP notifications, and review planned work. You join a Tier 1 meeting, align on priorities, and head to the floor: Execute Planned Preventive Maintenance (PPM) to the defined frequency and standard, recording results faithfully in SAP Partner with operators to build autonomous maintenance capability, optimize machine setups, and elevate equipment performance Troubleshoot electromechanical issues, using root cause methodologies (5 Whys, RCPS) to solve problems at the source Participate in SIC (Short Interval Control), update documentation, and raise focused improvements based on triggers Support capital installs—commissioning, testing, and early equipment management input Review RCM activities weekly and apply MMS principles, tools, and techniques; contribute to MMS ITFs Collaborate with TLS and Operators to strengthen asset care and problem-solving capability What You’ll Deliver Consistent adherence to Diageo health, safety, environmental, and food safety standards An orderly workplace aligned to Safety and 5S practices Accurate SAP reporting, completion recording, and timely feedback loops Proactive issue identification and performance improvement ideas Active participation in start-of-shift huddles, performance meetings, weekly asset care reviews, and Tier 1 actions Ownership of personal data updates in Workday (e.g., P4G and profile details) Qualifications Completed apprenticeship or mechanical/electrical degree preferred 5+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment Higher National Certificate (or equivalent) within FMCG preferred Core Experience & Capabilities Strong numerical and verbal reasoning; computer literate Broad electromechanical skill set with sound understanding of asset performance and maintenance strategies Process improvement mindset and advanced root cause problem-solving Self-directed yet highly collaborative; influential in upholding standards Constructively challenges non-adherence and raises issues promptly Champion for continuous improvement; adaptable and resilient to change Preferred Knowledge Risk standards across Quality, Health & Safety, and Environment; safety/hygiene compliance procedures Working familiarity with SAP and Harford Technical Proficiencies Equipment troubleshooting and diagnostics Reading and applying electrical schematics Conveyor chain replacement and alignment Hydraulics and pneumatics troubleshooting Electrical/electronic systems, including high-voltage fundamentals Equipment installation, wiring, and commissioning Work Environment & Physical Expectations Indoor/outdoor settings with exposure to temperature extremes, wet/slippery areas, and high noise Work near moving machinery and vehicles; maintain constant situational awareness Stand, walk, climb, and bend for extended periods; perform repetitive tasks Lift, move, and handle materials up to 50 lbs independently; heavier loads with team or equipment assistance Our Culture We cultivate an inclusive environment where every colleague can thrive—valuing different perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences as a driver of performance and innovation.