What are the responsibilities and job description for the Machine Installation Technician position at Milacron?
Milacron is looking for a Machine Installation Technician to join our team in Batavia, OH. In this position, you will accompany the rigging crew on all two-piece or larger machine installations. You will be responsible for ensuring each machine is reassembled in accordance with Milacron factory specifications. This position plays a critical role in validating the customer warranty at the time of installation and significantly reducing warranty costs by preventing issues related to improper installation.
Work You’ll Do
Milacron is a global leader in the manufacture, distribution and service of highly engineered and customized systems within the $27 billion plastic technology and processing industry. We are the only global company with a full-line product portfolio that includes hot runner systems, injection molding, extrusion equipment. We maintain strong market positions across these products, as well as leading positions in process control systems, mold bases and components, maintenance, repair and operating (“MRO”) supplies for plastic processing equipment. Our strategy is to deliver highly customized equipment, components and service to our customers throughout the lifecycle of their plastic processing technology systems.
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The policy of Milacron is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status. We are committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and offer opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us at recruitingaccommodations@milacron.com. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
Work You’ll Do
- Conduct pre-shipment review of the machine to verify condition and configuration prior to leaving the facility
- Review OSS option content and prepare required tooling for field reassembly
- Travel to customer sites to oversee machine loading and unloading, ensuring proper rigging and preventing damage
- Partner with riggers on-site to ensure proper installation of major components, including machine leveling
- Complete all hydraulic and electrical internal connections for components removed prior to shipment
- Review the final installation report with the customer and rigging company; obtain required sign-offs upon completion
- High school diploma or equivalent required; technical degree or certification preferred
- 1 year of machine assembly or related mechanical experience
- Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings; ability to read electrical schematics a plus
- Proficient in the use of precision measurement tools (e.g., levels, micrometers)
- Strong communication skills with customers, riggers, and internal teams
- Willingness and ability to work overtime as business needs require
Milacron is a global leader in the manufacture, distribution and service of highly engineered and customized systems within the $27 billion plastic technology and processing industry. We are the only global company with a full-line product portfolio that includes hot runner systems, injection molding, extrusion equipment. We maintain strong market positions across these products, as well as leading positions in process control systems, mold bases and components, maintenance, repair and operating (“MRO”) supplies for plastic processing equipment. Our strategy is to deliver highly customized equipment, components and service to our customers throughout the lifecycle of their plastic processing technology systems.
Eeo
The policy of Milacron is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status. We are committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and offer opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us at recruitingaccommodations@milacron.com. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.