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Maintenance Mechanic Santa Fe Springs, California
Job Ref: 41680

2ND SHIFT MAINTENANCE MECHANIC / SET-UP TECHNICIAN - SANTA FE SPRINGS, CA


MANUFACTURING COMPANY IN SANTA FE SPRINGS, CA IS LOOKING FOR A 2ND SHIFT MAINTENANCE MECHANIC / SET-UP TECHNICIAN!


We are looking for a strong Industrial Maintenance Mechanic who is both mechanically and electrically skilled to join a smaller manufacturing facility of approximately 50 employees .


This is a hands-on position where you will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on industrial machinery , while also assisting with machine setups, mold changes, and changeovers .


Mold setup/changeover experience is NOT required. If you are a strong industrial maintenance mechanic who is willing to learn, the company will train you!

PAY & SCHEDULE


Pay: $32.00-$36.00/hour, depending on experience


2nd Shift:
Monday-Friday

2:30 PM - 11:00 PM


There is significant overtime available , and employees will frequently work Monday-Saturday.


Typical Saturday Hours:
12:30 PM - 8:30 PM


Candidates must be comfortable working overtime and Saturdays as needed.

MUST-HAVE REQUIREMENTS


Please review these requirements carefully before applying.

• U.S. citizenship required due to the company's regulated government/defense-related manufacturing environment.
  
  
• Must have previous industrial/manufacturing maintenance experience .
  
  
• Must be both mechanically AND electrically skilled .
  
  
• Must have hands-on experience troubleshooting and repairing industrial machinery.
  
  
• Must have a stable employment history . We are looking for candidates who have demonstrated long-term commitment to previous employers, ideally 3-4+ years per position .
  
  
• Must be trainable and willing to learn mold setups, mold changes, and equipment changeovers .
  
  
• Previous injection molding, compression molding, mold change, or machine setup experience is a major plus but NOT required .
  
  
• Must be interested in making a long-term career move based on factors such as the position itself, schedule, commute, career opportunity, or professional growth.
  
  
• Must be comfortable working 2nd shift and significant overtime, including Saturdays when required .

POSITION SUMMARY


The Maintenance Mechanic / Set-Up Technician will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and setting up manufacturing equipment in a custom molding environment .


The primary focus of the position is industrial equipment maintenance and repair . The technician will also learn to perform mold changes, machine setups, and changeovers on injection and compression molding equipment.

MAINTENANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain industrial manufacturing machinery and facility equipment .
  
  
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance (PMs) .
  
  
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical equipment problems .
  
  
• Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic systems and equipment .
  
  
• Maintain and repair equipment including:
  
  
  • Injection molding presses
    
    
  • Compression/hydraulic molding presses
    
    
  • Chillers and water circulation systems
    
    
  • Pumps
    
    
  • Compressors
    
    
  • Lathes and mills
    
    
  • Related production and facility equipment
• Diagnose equipment failures and determine appropriate repairs.
  
  
• Repair and replace mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic components .
  
  
• Disassemble, repair, reassemble, and test production machinery.
  
  
• Inspect and test equipment following repairs to verify proper operation.
  
  
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, equipment manuals, and manufacturer specifications .
  
  
• Support installation and setup of new machinery.
  
  
• Document preventive maintenance, repairs, modifications, and equipment upgrades.

MOLD SETUP & CHANGEOVER RESPONSIBILITIES


The company is willing to train a strong Maintenance Mechanic in this portion of the position.

• Perform mold changes and machine setups on injection and compression molding equipment.
  
  
• Install molds and prepare machines for production.
  
  
• Assist with equipment changeovers between production runs.
  
  
• Set up molding equipment according to production specifications.
  
  
• Verify correct materials, specifications, travelers, and tooling before startup.
  
  
• Adjust equipment parameters to improve quality, consistency, cycle time, and production efficiency .
  
  
• Inspect initial molded parts before Quality approval.
  
  
• Monitor equipment and processes during production.
  
  
• Work closely with production and quality personnel to maintain efficient operations.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
  
  
• Previous industrial maintenance experience required .
  
  
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills .
  
  
• Strong industrial electrical troubleshooting skills .
  
  
• Experience troubleshooting hydraulic equipment and systems .
  
  
• Ability to diagnose machinery failures and independently complete repairs.
  
  
• Ability to read blueprints, diagrams, equipment manuals, and technical documentation .
  
  
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, meters, and maintenance equipment.
  
  
• Injection or compression molding experience is a plus.
  
  
• Mold change and machine setup experience is a plus.
  
  
• Trade school or technical training is preferred but not required.
  
  
• Forklift experience is preferred.
  
  
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, organization, and time-management skills.

MANUFACTURING & QUALITY ENVIRONMENT


This position operates within a regulated manufacturing environment supporting requirements including:


ISO 9001:2015 | AS9100 | DOD Requirements | NIST 800-171 | ITAR


Strong attention to safety, quality, documentation, equipment reliability, and established manufacturing procedures is required.

APPLY TODAY


If you are an experienced Maintenance Mechanic, Industrial Maintenance Technician, Electro-Mechanical Technician, Maintenance Technician, Industrial Mechanic, or Multi-Craft Maintenance Technician looking for a stable 2nd shift opportunity in Santa Fe Springs, CA , apply today.


$32-$36/HR | 2ND SHIFT | OVERTIME AVAILABLE | MOLD SETUP TRAINING PROVIDED


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