What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Technician II position at OTTO ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS?
OTTO ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS is leading the nation in the manufacturing of waste containers for residential, commercial and retail markets across the United States. The original OTTO Group was founded in 1934 and is the most widely used brand of residential trash carts in the world with more than 100,000,000 carts in service around the globe.
Today, OTTO is a member of the DURAMAX SOLUTIONS family consisting of AMD Plastics, DLB Custom Extrusions, Forming Technologies and Duramax Holdings dba Otto Environmental Systems. We are continuously expanding our plastics manufacturing capabilities in thermoforming, extrusion, injection molding and plastic recycling while providing high-tech products and innovative solutions to meet the needs of our customers.
Our Vision is to be the ultimate customer-focused company producing dependable solutions, delivered complete and on time, every time.
Today, OTTO is a member of the DURAMAX SOLUTIONS family consisting of AMD Plastics, DLB Custom Extrusions, Forming Technologies and Duramax Holdings dba Otto Environmental Systems. We are continuously expanding our plastics manufacturing capabilities in thermoforming, extrusion, injection molding and plastic recycling while providing high-tech products and innovative solutions to meet the needs of our customers.
Our Vision is to be the ultimate customer-focused company producing dependable solutions, delivered complete and on time, every time.
We manufacture satisfaction!
POSITION AVAILABLE:
Job Title:
Maintenance Technician II
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Department:
Maintenance
Supervisor:
Maintenance Supervisor
Location:
South Bend, IN
Revised:
June 6, 2025
Hours:
Night or Day; Rotating 8 Hour Schedule
Duties & Responsibilities:
E = Essential Functions
N = Nonessential Functions
Percentage of time:
Job Summary: Performs maintenance activities (preventative, routine, repair) to a variety of plastic injection molding machines to ensure optimum production, quality of product(s) and safety of machine operations.
E or N
35%
For maximal production efficiency projects include:
- Maintain Plastic Injection Molding Machinery
- Analyzes mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and operational problems of plastic injection molding machines
- Plan for and take corrective action on related problems found
- Making correct adjustments to ensure maximum production and quality of product
- Ensures all work performed meets required safety codes and is properly inspected
E
30%
To maintain effective Equipment Operations:
- Reviews production schedule to ensure machine(s) are ready for planned production or scheduled routine and preventative maintenance; Make appropriate equipment changes as needed
- Perform scheduled maintenance activities as needed and/or according to schedule
- Test equipment to ensure optimum operations for production
E
30%
Performing corrective maintenance checks
- Make preventative maintenance checks and inspection of assigned equipment
- Reports findings to supervisor and takes appropriate action
- Repair and diagnose problems with plastic injection molding machinery
- Repair and diagnose problems with manufacturing support equipment such as cranes, chillers, air compressors, cooling towers, and HVAC.
E
5%
Other duties as assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor, Maintenance Manager, or Director of Operations
N
Experience Level: Intermediate Level (3 to 5 years’ machine maintenance experience) Reports to Supervisor or Manager Works under moderate supervision
QUALIFICATIONS:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common technical journals, blueprints.
- Ability to effectively use a variety of hand tools, power tools, and manufacturing related equipment
- Ability to effectively present information management.
- Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
- Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
- Possesses proficiency and understanding of all aspects of the job.
- Experience with any of the following large tonnage plastic injection molding machines highly desired: Krauss Maffei, Haitian, Battenfeld, UBE, Cincinnati Milacron
- Experience with any of the following skills are highly desired:
- Electrical, Hydraulics, Robotics, Pneumatics, Mechanical, Machining, Welding, Controls, HV/AC, Facilities
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Experience in a manufacturing environment desired
- Requires 3 to 5 years’ machine maintenance experience
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OTTO ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS
The Company offers competitive pay commensurate with experience and rewards high performance. In addition, employees enjoy a rich benefits package including:
- Affordable Pre-Tax Medical Plan with Pharmacy provisions
- Dental Plan
- Vision Plan
- Health Savings Account with Company contribution
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company match
- Paid Time Off Program
- Company Paid Holidays (9)
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Incentive Compensation Opportunities
For more information about the company, visit our website: WWW.OTTO-USA.COM.
OTTO is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
