Maintenance Technician

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on manufacturing and packaging equipment, including powder fillers, stick pack machines, bottling equipment, cappers, labelers, conveyors, and related systems.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and equipment control issues within the technician's qualifications. Coordinate specialized repairs with approved service providers.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns, communicate the expected repair time, and provide updates that help Production Planning adjust the schedule.
• Inspect equipment for wear, alignment, leaks, abnormal temperatures, and other conditions that may affect safety, product quality, or performance.
• Support equipment setup, adjustments, and changeovers in coordination with Production.
• Investigate recurring equipment failures and implement corrective actions to reduce downtime.
• Maintain a preventive maintenance calendar and coordinate planned downtime with Production Planning.
• Document inspections, repairs, replacement parts, and outstanding maintenance needs.
• Maintain an inventory of critical spare parts and submit purchase requests before shortages affect production.
• Follow lockout/tagout procedures, applicable safety requirements, and company quality and sanitation procedures.
• Protect exposed products and components during maintenance. Remove tools, debris, lubricants, and replacement parts from the work area before equipment is returned to service.
• Coordinate equipment return to service with Production and Quality according to company procedures.
• Support installation and commissioning of new equipment, including reviewing manuals and training operators on proper equipment use.
• Coordinate facility repairs and outside contractors as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training in industrial maintenance, electromechanics, or a related field preferred.
• At least three years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical and pneumatic systems, with working knowledge of electrical systems.
• Ability to read equipment manuals, technical drawings, and maintenance instructions.
• Ability to prioritize urgent repairs while completing scheduled preventive maintenance.
• Strong documentation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of safe maintenance practices, including lockout/tagout.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in dietary supplement, food, pharmaceutical, or cosmetic manufacturing.
• Experience with powder filling, stick pack, and bottling equipment.
• Familiarity with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).
• Experience using a computerized maintenance management system or digital maintenance logs.
• English and Spanish communication skills.

Physical and Work Requirements

• Ability to work around operating machinery and manufacturing noise.
• Ability to stand, bend, climb, and access equipment safely, with reasonable accommodation as applicable.
• Availability to support occasional maintenance outside regular production hours.

Performance Expectations

• Complete preventive maintenance within the agreed schedule.
• Respond promptly to equipment failures and communicate repair status clearly.
• Reduce recurring breakdowns and unplanned equipment downtime.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and critical spare parts availability.
• Return equipment to service safely and in accordance with company procedures.

Please forward resumes to Mari Alba at mari.alba@expresspros.com