Predictive Maintenance Technician - (Days M-F

HP Hood is one of the largest and most trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States, producing brands such as Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, and Planet Oat.

Perform Maintenance duties as necessary in Maintenance and Predictive Maintenance to ensure service to dairy processing and packaging equipment and auxiliary equipment.

• Analyze mechanical problems of dairy processing and packaging equipment and auxiliary equipment, and assist manufacturing personnel on process‑related problems.
• Operate shop equipment such as welder, metal lathe, and drill press, and use all hand tools as required for industrial equipment maintenance.
• Troubleshoot and monitor plant equipment and utility systems.
• Assist machine operators in determining when machines should be shut down due to mechanical or electrical problems.
• Perform established preventive maintenance procedures on plant equipment and complete appropriate documentation.
• Maintain inventory and requisition replacement parts for maintenance activities.
• Execute assigned projects under the direction of the maintenance coordinator.
• Follow up to ensure all work was completed satisfactorily.
• Stay current with technology and continue education related to job skills.
• Work overtime as needed during breakdowns and scheduled maintenance, including possible call‑in for emergency situations.
• Maintain accurate daily records in the CMMS.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Abide by all GMPs, safety standards, environmental regulations, and company policies.
• Coordinate with Operations, Engineering, and Maintenance teams to prioritize reliability improvements focusing on equipment OEE.
• Perform and document predictive maintenance inspections and condition‑monitoring activities on production equipment.
• Utilize predictive technologies such as vibration analysis, infrared thermography, ultrasonic testing, oil analysis, laser alignment, and other reliability tools to identify potential equipment failures.
• Assist the coordinator in developing predictive technologies and preventive work orders to maximize equipment reliability.
• Support the identification of new or novel predictive maintenance technology and pilot programs.
• Develop procedures and practices for using testing equipment such as laser alignment, vibration analysis, infrared analysis, leak detection, and lubrication failure modes.
• Assist in the development, planning, and scheduling for predictive work orders across the plant.
• Participate in root‑cause investigations and continuous improvement projects to enhance equipment performance.
• Assist the PDM coordinator in leading HP Hood network‑wide communication of pilot programs and best practices for predictive maintenance.
• Train team members on predictive maintenance techniques and best practices.
• Perform any additional duties assigned by management.

• GED or High School Diploma.
• At least 3+ years of experience in manufacturing.
• Prior experience in industrial maintenance.

• Intermediate computer skills (e.g., Word, Excel).
• Excellent troubleshooting experience.
• Ability to work well with people.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to multitask.
• Ability to work independently.

• Standing for long periods (minimum 8+ hours).
• Sitting occasionally for short periods.
• Walking for long periods.
• Bending frequently.
• Lifting heavy objects (50+ lbs) frequently.
• Carrying heavy objects (40–60 lbs) frequently.
• Push/pull under 75 lbs without assistance frequently.

• Comply with performance criteria, conduct, employment procedures, and responsibilities described in the HP Hood Guidebook and applicable site supplement.
• Adhere to all safety and environmental protocols, procedures, and training, maintaining a safe work environment at all times.
• Comply with all Good Manufacturing Practices, including GMP dress code standards.
• Report to work in a condition that allows scheduled performance and communicate tardiness and absences per the Call‑Off Procedure and Attendance Policy.

• Adhere to all food safety and food quality requirements and regulatory…