Maintenance Technician (Plastic Injection Molding)

Job Title: Maintenance Technician (Plastic Injection Molding)
Pay: Based on experience
Type: Contract-to-hire

Job Summary:

We are seeking a Maintenance Technician to support daily manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for repairing production equipment and facility systems while maintaining and improving tooling, dies, jigs, fixtures, and press tool fittings. The position will work closely with the existing maintenance lead to learn processes, equipment, and plant operations to ensure a smooth transition of responsibilities over time. This includes supporting production needs, preventive maintenance schedules, and customer requirements to ensure operational efficiency.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain production and facility equipment including installation, setup, preventive maintenance, and adjustments based on technical service instructions.

• Safely troubleshoot, repair, and complete all preventive maintenance tasks.

• Perform maintenance activities, including but not limited to:

  • Machine Maintenance (Molding and Auxiliary)

  • Coordinating with plant scheduling on timing for outsourced maintenance, repairs, and improvements

  • Managing spare parts inventory based on historical data

  • Ordering replacement and spare parts

  • Assisting nearby plant locations as needed

  • Installing and maintaining building and facility equipment

  • Diagnosing, repairing, and replacing lighting, plumbing, and structural components

  • Performing emergency and unscheduled repairs during production

  • Completing scheduled maintenance during normal hours

  • Reading and interpreting equipment manuals and work orders

  • Using hand tools, electric meters, and diagnostic equipment

  • Reporting faulty operations or unusual situations to supervision

  • Maintaining proper facility tools and spare parts

  • Following all safety regulations and keeping work areas clean and organized

  • Using the purchasing process to order necessary supplies

  • Performing other assigned duties

Qualifications:

• Previous maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment required.

• Plastic injection molding maintenance experience strongly preferred.

• Proficient in troubleshooting and repairing electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, and programmable controller issues.

• Experience using hand tools and machining equipment.

• Ability to read and write routine reports or process orders using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe PDF.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Compensation is based on experience.

Work Environment:

• Conditions typical of a manufacturing environment; reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

• Exposure to varying weather conditions when moving between buildings or areas.

• Moderate noise level; ear plugs available upon request.

• Safety glasses required in the press area; not required in aisles, offices, restrooms, receiving inspection, or shipping areas.