About the role
Maintenance Technician Maintenance Technician Kindly be advised that we are handling the recruitment for this position internally and are not partnering with external recruiters. We are a Biology Company Plantible, backed by Astanor Ventures, Lerer Hippeau, Piva Capital, Kellogg’s, and Vectr Ventures, is a vertically integrated biology company that is unlocking the power in plants in service of people & planet. Our mission is to create solutions that empower customers to make sustainable and regenerative choices without compromising on quality. We are beginning with the food industry. Please visit our website to learn more about our mission and continued success: https://www.plantiblefoods.com/ 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. What you will be working on: Maintenance & Troubleshooting Perform preventive maintenance (PMs) and inspections Execute repairs and troubleshooting Identify abnormal equipment conditions Support rapid response during downtime events Production Support 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 Equipment Scope Pumps and fluid handling systems Centrifuges / decanters Filtration systems Heat exchangers Drying systems Conveyors and milling equipment Motor / gearboxes Safety & Compliance Follow GMP, PPE, SOPs, and food safety protocols Execute work in food-grade environments Adhere to LOTO procedures Support zero-incident culture Documentation & Systems Complete work orders in CMMS Maintain logs, inspections, and documentation Ensure audit-ready records Inventory & Materials Support cycle counts Receive and verify materials Maintain organized work areas Escalate shortages Shift-Based Operations Follow Production Lead direction Participate in daily meetings and handoffs Support schedules, changeovers, and cleaning What you bring to Plantible: 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 Choose Plantible Foods 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. At Plantible we are continually working on our offerings to foster the best team. Check it out! Competitive health and wellness