Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift

Maintenance Technician – Blow Molding

HiFyve is hiring a Maintenance Technician – Blow Molding in the plastics industry in Valencia, CA!

Salary: $40–$45/hr

Shift: 1st shift - 7am - 3pm (Some flexibility)

Location: On-site – Valencia, CA

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform preventative, corrective, and predictive maintenance on injection molding and blow molding machines
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues to minimize equipment downtime
• Support equipment reliability and process improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, and efficiency
• Assist with equipment startup, shutdown, and changeover procedures per company and machine requirements
• Develop and document maintenance procedures to optimize equipment performance
• Perform maintenance on auxiliary equipment including conveyors, dryers, and chiller systems
• Support mold changes, mold cleaning, and routine machine maintenance activities
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs, records, and documentation throughout the shift
• Assist with cross-training technicians on routine maintenance tasks

Education Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Technical school or vocational training in injection molding, blow molding, or industrial maintenance preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of experience maintaining injection molding and blow molding equipment

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proven experience with blow molding equipment repair and maintenance
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and repair skills
• Working knowledge of hydraulic systems and basic machine shop practices
• Experience with machine installation, maintenance, and repair
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
• Basic math and computer skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, set priorities, and meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team
• Ability to operate material handling equipment and obtain forklift certification within 60 days
• Understanding of OSHA safety regulations and Lockout/Tagout procedures
• Willingness to work overtime and weekends as required

If you are interested, please apply