Predictive Maintenance Technician

Predictive Maintenance Technician (PDM)

Location: Cleveland, TN

Summary: The Predictive Maintenance Technician is responsible for utilizing predictive maintenance tools and practices to optimize the life and performance of production assets while adhering to Georgia Pacific's safety standards and business objectives.

The role involves driving a culture of reliability and maintenance excellence through proactive decision-making and hands-on technical work.


* Pay is $35.60/hr plus quarterly performance bonuses!


* We are currently hiring for 1 st shift 7am-3pm; including holidays, weekends and overtime as needed

Key Responsibilities:


* Safety and Compliance:



* Participate in daily safety meetings, complete required safety training, and review job hazard analyses (JHA) and safe work procedures.


* Ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations, maintaining a clean and safe working environment.

Reliability and Maintenance:


* Learn and apply the 8 Principles and Potentials, Human Action Model, and PBM® Framework in maintenance tasks.


* Serve as a liaison between maintenance and production teams to enhance the lubrication and mechanical precision of rotating machinery.


* Conduct regular inspection and lubrication of plant machinery, managing lubrication inventory, and handling disposal of used lubricants.

Predictive Maintenance Practices:


* Utilize predictive tools such as infrared thermography and ultrasound to monitor equipment condition and identify maintenance needs.


* Implement and optimize lubrication systems and standards for improved equipment reliability and sustainability.


* Complete preventive and corrective maintenance tasks on schedule, documenting all work performed.

Continuous Improvement:


* Collaborate with department leadership to discuss and prioritize maintenance tasks and improvements.


* Support lube audits and complete action plans to address identified gaps.


* Innovate and integrate new lubrication technologies, such as automation, to improve maintenance practices.

Documentation and Reporting:


* Use the Maintenance Online Electronic (MOE) system for work requests and tracking maintenance activities.


* Document operating conditions such as temperature, fluid levels, pressures, and lubrication routes.

Training and Certification:


* Acquire MLT Level I Certification within one year of employment.


* Participate in ongoing training and development, ensuring knowledge of current best practices in lubrication and predictive maintenance.

Facility-Specific Duties:


* Assist with internal and external lubrication audits, ensuring standards are met.


* Operate and monitor process equipment, maintaining records of operating parameters.


* Manage lubricant storage to prevent contamination and maintain environmental controls.

Quality and Process Improvement:


* Implement inventory rotation and proper s...