PM Technician

Position Summary The Preventive Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing routine, scheduled maintenance activities to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of manufacturing and secondary operations equipment. This role focuses on inspection, cleaning, lubrication, basic adjustments, documentation, and early issue identification, with escalation to senior technicians as needed to include assisting senior technicians and other functions with planned PMs, inspections and project development to ensure proper PM & TPM implementation. Scope of Equipment Equipment includes, but is not limited to: Assembly and lining equipment Closing machines Vision systems Conveyors and related automation Supporting pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical components Preventive Maintenance Responsibilities by Frequency Daily Preventive Maintenance Tasks Perform visual inspections of assigned equipment for abnormal noise, vibration, leaks, wear, or damage Clean machines, guards, sensors, vision components, and work areas per AM/PM standards Verify basic operational checks (sensors, safety devices, quality checks functioning properly) Check air pressure, lubrication levels, and obvious loose fasteners Perform housekeeping in secondary operations and maintenance storage areas Document all PM activities, findings, and abnormalities in CMMS or PM logs Escalate safety, quality, or reliability concerns to senior technicians or supervision Weekly Preventive Maintenance Tasks Lubricate equipment per OEM or site PM standards Inspect belts, chains, bearings, hose’s, fittings, and fasteners Inspect pneumatic systems for air leaks and proper operation Clean electrical panels externally and check for obvious issues (loose covers, dirt buildup) Verify basic vision system cleanliness and alignment (no programming changes) Update PM records and note trends or repeat issues Monthly Preventive Maintenance Tasks Perform detailed mechanical inspections with supervision (guards, drives, shafts, couplings) Inspect electrical connections visually for wear, heat discoloration, or damage Inspect safety devices and interlocks per PM checklist Assist with calibration checks of basic sensors and measuring devices Participate in minor equipment adjustments as trained Support scrap reduction and quality improvement activities by identifying equipment-related issues Review PM findings with maintenance leadership Filter replacement Quarterly Preventive Maintenance Tasks Assist with partial equipment teardowns, inspections, and reassembly Support conveyor PMs (rollers, bearings, tracking, tension) Inspect vision system mounting, lighting condition, and cleanliness Assist with pneumatic/hydraulic valve and cylinder inspections Participate in TPM and Continuous Improvement activities Verify PM task effectiveness and recommend improvements to PM plans Annual Preventive Maintenance Tasks Support major scheduled outages and overhauls Assist senior technicians with detailed inspections, replacements, and rebuilds Participate in annual safety, SQF, and GMP compliance PMs Review equipment history and PM effectiveness with the maintenance team Complete annual refresher training and required certifications Assist with inventory review of spare parts and tools Training & Skill Development Expectations Develop working knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, and basic electrical systems Learn to read basic mechanical drawings and electrical schematics Develop safe use of hand tools and measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, scales) Participate in vendor, OEM, and internal maintenance training Maintain compliance with safety, SQF, and GMP requirements Required Qualifications (Entry Level) High school diploma or equivalent Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn Basic computer skills for PM documentation Ability to work independently with guidance Ability to stand, bend, lift, push, and pull up to 75 lbs (team lifts up to 100 lbs) Fork truck certification (or ability to obtain) Preferred Qualifications Technical school coursework (mechanical, electrical, or industrial maintenance) Exposure to manufacturing, automation, or food & beverage environments Familiarity with TPM, AM, or CMMS systems (a plus, not required)

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