Demo

Plastic Injection Molding Maintenance Manager

Elton USA
North Vernon, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 7/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/30/2026

Job Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and highly skilled Plastic Injection Molding Maintenance Manager to lead our maintenance team in ensuring the optimal performance, safety, and reliability of our manufacturing equipment. This role is vital in maintaining continuous production flow by overseeing preventative and corrective maintenance activities on complex injection molding machinery and supporting facilities. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, technical expertise, and a proactive approach to problem-solving, fostering a culture of safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and supervise the maintenance team responsible for all mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems related to plastic injection molding equipment.
  • Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs utilizing Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) to maximize equipment uptime.
  • Troubleshoot and repair high-voltage and low-voltage electrical systems, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), schematics, and industrial automation components.
  • Oversee facilities management tasks including HVAC systems, general building maintenance, and ensuring compliance with safety standards.
  • Coordinate projects related to equipment upgrades, facility improvements, or new machinery installation while managing timelines and budgets.
  • Conduct regular inspections of machinery using tools such as ohmmeters and multimeters; interpret schematics for diagnostics and repairs.
  • Ensure adherence to safety protocols, including handling high voltage systems safely, managing electrical work permits, and maintaining a safe working environment for all staff.
  • Collaborate with production management to schedule maintenance activities that minimize downtime and optimize manufacturing efficiency.
  • Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, parts inventory, and equipment history within CMMS platforms.

Skills

  • Proven management experience leading maintenance teams within a manufacturing environment specializing in plastic injection molding or similar industries.
  • Strong mechanical knowledge combined with electrical expertise in both high voltage and low voltage systems.
  • Proficiency with programmable logic controllers (PLCs), schematics interpretation, and industrial automation troubleshooting.
  • Experience with facilities management including HVAC systems, general building maintenance, and safety compliance standards.
  • Skilled in using CMMS software for work order management, scheduling preventive maintenance, and tracking asset history.
  • Excellent project management skills with the ability to coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
  • Effective supervisory skills with a focus on leadership development, team motivation, and clear communication in English.
  • Knowledge of industrial maintenance best practices including safety procedures related to high voltage work environments.
  • Ability to read technical schematics accurately; familiarity with Ohmmeters for electrical testing; understanding of HVAC systems is a plus. Join us as we drive innovation in manufacturing by maintaining state-of-the-art injection molding equipment! Your expertise will ensure seamless production operations while fostering a safe and efficient workplace environment—empowering your team to excel every day!

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary.com Estimation for Plastic Injection Molding Maintenance Manager in North Vernon, IN
$87,790 to $108,906
If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Plastic Injection Molding Maintenance Manager?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Plastic Injection Molding Maintenance Manager career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$151,448 - $188,145
Income Estimation: 
$203,425 - $249,816
Income Estimation: 
$213,375 - $267,876
Income Estimation: 
$190,687 - $235,769
Income Estimation: 
$91,138 - $115,157
Income Estimation: 
$112,499 - $156,869
Employees: Get a Salary Increase
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Plastic Injection Molding Maintenance Manager jobs in the North Vernon, IN area that may be a better fit.

  • C&T Engineering Inc. Seymour, IN
  • PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE AND EXTENSIVE KNOWLEDGE OF INJECTION MOLDING IS REQUIRED Job Description: The molding technician is responsible for all aspects of the ... more
  • 19 Days Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!