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At PMI, we're transforming our business to deliver a smoke-free future. As a Mechanical Technician Specialist, you will maintain and improve the mechanical performance of production equipment to deliver production, quality, safety, and operational excellence results. You will play a key role in equipment reliability, continuous improvement, capability building, and the implementation of global manufacturing standards.
Key Responsibilities
Maintain and improve the mechanical condition, reliability, and performance of production equipment to meet production, quality, and safety requirements.
Execute and continuously improve maintenance activities, troubleshooting processes, and equipment reliability initiatives.
Perform advanced mechanical troubleshooting, maintenance interventions, spare parts reviews, and component revisions.
Support equipment installations, modifications, and change management activities while acting as a technical subject matter expert when required.
Coach and support team members on maintenance processes, standard work practices, and continuous improvement methodologies.
Apply and promote global manufacturing standards, tools, and assigned champion roles to strengthen capability development and performance.
Ensure compliance with PMI and legal requirements relating to health, safety, sustainability, environmental, and quality standards.
Partner with Quality teams to prevent defects, reduce non-conformities, and improve product integrity and consumer satisfaction.
Analyze losses, identify improvement opportunities, and implement problem-solving and Kaizen initiatives to improve productivity and reliability.
Maintain accurate SAP transactions, traceability records, equipment documentation, and technical data while actively sharing knowledge and supporting team development.
Requirements
National Diploma or Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Electromechanical Technology.
Minimum 4 years' experience as an advanced Mechanical Technician or Engineer within manufacturing or industrial operations.
Proven PLC programming, coding, and troubleshooting experience is essential.
Minimum 2 years' electrical experience within a high-volume consumer goods manufacturing environment.
Minimum 2 years' experience within an industrial environment or similar technical activities.
Strong mechanical maintenance, troubleshooting, and equipment reliability expertise.
Experience executing and improving mechanical maintenance cycles.
Experience with spare parts management and component revision activities.
Proficiency in SAP, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel.
Proactive mindset with the ability to adopt new technologies, controls, and improvement methodologies.
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