Manufacturing Process Technician

Be a part of a revolutionary change! At Philip Morris International (PMI), we’re transforming our business to deliver a smoke-free future. With this change comes the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where you can develop your career in diverse directions.

About the role

As a Manufacturing Process Technician, you will be hands-on and detail-oriented to support our strong Safety and Quality culture while helping us meet operational rate expectations. In this role, you will operate equipment, troubleshoot issues, and perform basic maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor production equipment to ensure safe, efficient, reliable performance.
• Make equipment adjustments, perform basic maintenance, and fix minor mechanical issues.
• Follow standard operating procedures to meet production plans.
• Follow all safety rules and use required PPE.
• Complete quality checks and required documentation.
• Work with the quality team to prevent issues.
• Participate in continuous improvement and help reduce downtime and waste.
• Share information during shift hand-offs.
• Use digital tools to record data.

Requirements

• Technical training or strong mechanical aptitude.
• Manufacturing or production experience.
• Hands-on experience with Lean manufacturing / Total Productive Maintenance Systems preferred, not required.
• Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts, including weekends and nights.
• Ability to lift/push/pull 50 lbs. and stand for long periods.
• Ability to work safely with PPE.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Basic English reading and writing skills.
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.

Pay

Hourly rate starts at $27/hour, plus shift difference for nights and weekends.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly salary.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans for employees and their families.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care.
• Health savings accounts for those enrolled in a high-deductible health plan (HDHP).
• Auto-enrollment in the company’s 401(k)/Deferred Profit Sharing (DPS) Plan with a 5% employer matching contribution and an annual employer contribution.
• Paid vacation time, paid sick time, and paid company holidays.
• Paid parental leave for new parents.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance, basic life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance at no cost to the employee.
• Option to purchase supplemental life and AD&D coverage for employees, spouses, and dependent children.