Maintenance Technician

Injection Molding Maintenance Technician 3rd Shift

Pay: $35- $40 (Based on Experience)

Schedule: 3rd Shift | 11:00 PM 7:00 AM

Overtime: Paid at 1.5x after 40 hours

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Injection Molding Maintenance Technician to join our manufacturing team on 3rd shift. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining plastic injection molding machinery.

This position is responsible for ensuring manufacturing equipment operates safely, efficiently, and with minimal downtime. Candidates must have hands-on experience with injection molding machine repairs, hydraulics, electrical systems, and preventative maintenance.

Previous injection molding machine repair experience is required to be considered for this position.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair injection molding machines and related manufacturing equipment.
• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance to maximize equipment performance and minimize downtime.
• Inspect machinery daily to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical drawings.
• Assist with major equipment repairs, component replacements, and machine troubleshooting.
• Identify replacement parts and communicate equipment needs to maintenance management.
• Maintain accurate maintenance and repair documentation.
• Follow all OSHA regulations, safety procedures, and company policies.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Support additional maintenance duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Requirements

Required:

• Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience repairing and maintaining injection molding machinery.
• Minimum 3 years of experience operating injection molding equipment.
• Strong troubleshooting skills involving electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems.
• Experience with injection molding machine setup and adjustments.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and electrical diagrams.
• Experience using maintenance tools, diagnostic equipment, and repair instruments.
• Ability to independently diagnose equipment issues and complete repairs.
• Willingness to work 3rd shift, weekends, and overtime as needed.

Preferred:

• Skilled trades certification, technical education, or a bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Technical training in hydraulic circuits, electrical systems, and mechanical repairs.
• Previous experience in a high-volume plastic injection molding manufacturing environment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and perform repetitive movements.
• Ability to lift and move plastic parts generally weighing up to 10 pounds.
• Ability to safely operate maintenance tools and equipment.
• Must follow all required safety procedures and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

Apply Today!

If you are an experienced Maintenance Technician with a strong background in plastic injection molding machine repair, we encourage you to apply!

We are looking for dependable, mechanically skilled professionals who can troubleshoot equipment efficiently, minimize downtime, and help keep production running smoothly.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Do you have at least 3 years of hands-on injection molding machine repair experience?
• Do you have at least 3 years of injection molding machine operation experience?
• Are you experienced in electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical troubleshooting?

Work Location: In person