Maintenance Technician

How you will contribute:

We are looking for a hands-on Maintenance Technician to support our Production operations by ensuring equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, and enabling consistent, high-quality manufacturing.

• Perform preventive maintenance (PMs) and inspections
• Execute repairs and troubleshooting
• Identify abnormal equipment conditions
• Support rapid response during downtime events

• Work directly with Production Leads during shifts
• Prioritize maintenance work based on production needs
• Provide real-time technical support
• Support process stability and performance improvement

• Pumps and fluid handling systems
• Centrifuges / decanters
• Filtration systems
• Heat exchangers
• Drying systems
• Conveyors and milling equipment
• Motor / gearboxes

• Follow GMP, PPE, SOPs, and food safety protocols
• Execute work in food-grade environments
• Adhere to LOTO procedures
• Support zero-incident culture

• Complete work orders in CMMS
• Maintain logs, inspections, and documentation
• Ensure audit-ready records

• Support cycle counts
• Receive and verify materials
• Maintain organized work areas
• Escalate shortages

• Follow Production Lead direction
• Participate in daily meetings and handoffs
• Support schedules, changeovers, and cleaning

• 2+ years in manufacturing or maintenance
• Experience with mechanical/process equipment
• GMP experience preferred
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving
• Understanding of pumps, motors, valves
• Ability to read SOPs and work orders
• Preferred certifications: LOTO, OSHA training
• Minimal downtime
• Fast troubleshooting
• Strong coordination with Production Leads
• High-quality documentation

Joining Plantible means contributing to a sustainable future for all. We are a venture backed startup that is both spreading happiness amongst our employees and to current and future generations. We believe diversity creates uniqueness. Our team is composed of highly talented people with different interests and hobbies, which makes for a rich working environment.

• Competitive health and wellness benefits
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Discretionary Unlimited PTO Program
• Paid Holidays
• 401k Program
• Career Stipend
• Career development and growth opportunities
• Working in a rapidly growing, flexible and entrepreneurial environment
• Team building and company-wide events
• Financial support with your relocation, if necessary, ensuring a smooth transition
• And of course, lots of beautiful land for outdoor activities!

Plantible Foods is an equal employment opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, liability for military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you are interested in learning the status of your application, please note you will be contacted directly by the appropriate human resources contact person if you are selected for further consideration.

Plantible Foods reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.

If you feel your skill set does not meet all listed qualifications for the role, we still encourage you to apply. As we continue to grow our company, we are seeking a range of candidates and would gladly consider you for other current or upcoming roles that may be a fit!