MI
Preventive Maintenance (PM) Technician
full-time•Weldon
About this role
Patch Rubber, a Myers Industries Company (NYSE: MYE), is a diversified rubber manufacturer with 100 years of experience compounding and manufacturing tire repair and retreading products, industrial rubber products, and permanent and traffic marking tapes.
Position Summary
The Preventive Maintenance (PM) Technician is responsible for performing scheduled maintenance activities, inspections, and equipment checks to ensure optimal reliability and uptime of production machinery in a rubber manufacturing environment. This role supports safe, consistent, and efficient operations by identifying equipment issues early and executing corrective actions according to established PM procedures.
Key Responsibilities
Preventive Maintenance & Inspections
- Perform routine preventive maintenance on mixers, extruders, calenders, mills, curing presses, and other rubber-processing equipment.
- Conduct mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic inspections according to PM schedules and OEM standards.
- Identify wear patterns, lubrication needs, and component degradation to prevent unplanned downtime.
- Complete PM tasks accurately and document findings in the CMMS.
Troubleshooting & Repairs
- Assist with basic troubleshooting of mechanical and electrical issues discovered during PM tasks.
- Recommend corrective work orders for items requiring follow-up repairs.
- Support the maintenance team during machine breakdowns as needed.
Safety & Compliance
- Follow all safety protocols and lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures.
- Ensure PM tasks meet OSHA and facility safety requirements.
- Report unsafe conditions, near-misses, or equipment concerns.
Documentation & Reporting
- Record accurate PM completion notes, parts usage, and condition assessments.
- Update equipment histories in the CMMS.
- Communicate findings that could affect equipment reliability.
Qualifications
Required:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 1–3 years of maintenance experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
- Basic mechanical aptitude with understanding of bearings, belts, gears, lubrication, and hydraulics.
- Ability to read manuals, schematics, and work instructions.
- Strong attention to detail.
Preferred:
- Experience in rubber manufacturing.
- Familiarity with CMMS systems.
- Basic electrical knowledge.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand, climb, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs.
- Work in hot, cold, or noisy environments.
- Wear required PPE.
Competencies
- Mechanical aptitude
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Communication
- Reliability
Myers Industries, Inc. is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.
What you'll do
- The Preventive Maintenance Technician performs scheduled maintenance activities and inspections to ensure the reliability of production machinery. This role involves identifying equipment issues early and executing corrective actions according to established procedures.
About Myers Industries Inc
Myers Industries Inc. (NYSE: MYE) is a leading manufacturer of products that protect the world from the ground up. We report operations in two core segments:
MATERIAL HANDLING
We engineer and manufacture a broad range of innovative and sustainable plastic and metal solutions—some with market-leading positions—that offer specialized protection capabilities. Our products bring outsized value to customers across numerous industries, including industrial, construction, infrastructure, agricultural, military, automotive, food processing, marine, recreational vehicle, and more.
DISTRIBUTION
We are the nation’s largest distributor of tools, equipment and supplies for the tire, wheel, and under-vehicle service industry. We also offer the only mobile app-based system in this industry for inventory management and streamlined ordering. Through a nationwide sales force and strategically located distribution centers, we serve fleet professionals, tire dealers, auto dealerships, retreaders, and government and school systems with more than 30,000 SKUs to ensure the safe and reliable movement of products and people.
Our business portfolio:
• Branded plastics manufacturers: Akro-Mils, Buckhorn, Scepter, and Signature Systems
• Custom plastics manufacturers: Ameri-Kart, Elkhart Plastics, and Trilogy Plastics
• Metal fabricator: Jamco Products
• Automotive aftermarket distributors: Myers Tire Supply and Patch Rubber
Our footprint:
• 28+ locations worldwide
• 13 manufacturing sites
• 4 distribution centers
• 6 international sales offices
We embrace a Servant Leadership philosophy and these core values:
• Integrity
• Customer Focus
• Deliver Results
• Continuous Improvement
We're always excited to meet people who want to make an impact. If you’re passionate about solving problems and taking initiative—and ready for a fulfilling career, we want to hear from you. Explore how joining our team is more than a job; it’s a place to thrive!
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