Plastic Molding Maintenance Engineer- PS40626
$20 - $38 per hourFull-time
PlasticStaffing
Plastic Molding Maintenance Engineer
Job ID: PS40626
Location: Near Kansas City, MO
Relocation assistance: Yes (for qualifying candidates)
Compensation: $20 $38/hour + Full Benefits
Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire
Schedule: Monday Friday | 1st & 3rd Shifts Available
Our client is a well-established and highly respected organization within the plastics industry, with over 30 years of experience supporting manufacturing operations across extrusion, molding, and recycling. They are recognized for their technical expertise, extensive equipment capabilities, and commitment to quality and customer service.
Position OverviewWe are seeking experienced Maintenance Technicians to support operations within a fast-paced extrusion blow molding environment. This role plays a critical part in ensuring equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, and maintaining overall production efficiency.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on technician with strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting capabilities and prior experience working on plastic molding equipment.
Key Responsibilities- Install, commission, and maintain plastic molding machines and auxiliary equipment
- Perform routine preventive and predictive maintenance to ensure optimal equipment performance
- Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems (motors, pumps, valves, sensors, PLCs, etc.)
- Respond to equipment breakdowns with urgency, diagnose root causes, and implement corrective actions
- Execute electrical work, including power distribution and control wiring for integrated systems
- Interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation to support maintenance efforts
- Maintain detailed maintenance logs, repair records, and parts usage documentation
- Partner with production and engineering teams to drive continuous improvement in equipment performance
- Stay current on industry best practices and emerging technologies within plastics processing
- Minimum 3+ years of maintenance experience within plastics manufacturing (extrusion and/or blow molding preferred)
- Strong troubleshooting skills across mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems
- Working knowledge of PLC systems and industrial controls
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings
- Proven ability to work effectively in a high-speed production environment
- Experience with blow molding OR injection molding equipment is a PLUS
- Long-standing, stable organization with strong industry presence
- Opportunity to work with specialized and technically advanced equipment
- Hands-on role with visibility into equipment performance and improvement initiatives
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
This position offers competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for career growth within the organization. For more info, please contact:
Maria Abelardo | Recruiting Director
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