Preventive Maintenance Technician

WESTERN INDUSTRIES PLASTIC PRODUCTS•Winfield, KS

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Preventative Maintenance Technician supports daily production operations by conducting scheduled preventative maintenance tasks and repairs on production equipment, machinery and facility systems. This role ensures efficient operation of equipment and machinery by following established preventative maintenance schedules, documenting findings, and escalating issues to reduce unplanned downtime.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Basic knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
Ability to follow detailed PM checklists and procedures with consistency and accuracy.
Ability to read and interpret manuals, blueprints, schematics and other instructions.
Strong organizational, prioritization, and time management skills.
Strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate and interact with all levels of the organization.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

1+ years of industrial maintenance or preventative maintenance experience.
Familiarity with CMMS software for work order management.
Experience in plastics manufacturing, blow molding.
Forklift certification (or ability to obtain) and experience.

Responsibilities

Perform regular inspections, lubrication, filter changes, belt replacements, and other routine PM tasks across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
Complete scheduled preventative maintenance work orders accurately and timely.
Utilize diagnostic tools to troubleshoot and resolve equipment or mechanical failures.
Assist with corrective and emergency maintenance as directed.
Identify and report equipment abnormalities, wear patterns, and potential failures to the Lead.
Document all PM activities, findings, and measurements in the CMMS system.
Safely operate forklift and other industrial equipment.
Collaborate with outside vendors when required.
Communicate professionally with all other departments and report observed issues and concerns to management.