927 - Maintenance Technician 2nd

Drive; Charlotte (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Drive, a leading Tier 1 automotive supplier, is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to join its manufacturing team in Michigan. You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance on injection molding machines and related equipment.

You will troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, read schematics, participate in mold changes, and support continuous improvement projects while maintaining safety.

Qualifications

• Previous maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment required.
• Injection molding experience strongly preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting skills across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Experience reading electrical schematics, blueprints and technical manuals.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems to minimize downtime.
• Diagnose and repair production equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Perform routine inspections and maintain maintenance records.
• Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and continuous improvement projects.
• Support mold changes and ensure equipment is operating efficiently.
• Follow all safety procedures, lockout/tagout (LOTO) protocols, and company policies.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to resolve equipment issues quickly.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Injection molding experience

Troubleshooting skills

Reading schematics/blueprints

Safety adherence

Job description

A leading Tier 1 automotive supplier specializing in injection molding is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to join its manufacturing team.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems to minimize downtime.
• Diagnose and repair production equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Perform routine inspections and maintain maintenance records.
• Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and continuous improvement projects.
• Support mold changes and ensure equipment is operating efficiently.
• Follow all safety procedures, lockout/tagout (LOTO) protocols, and company policies.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to resolve equipment issues quickly.

Qualifications

• Previous maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment required.
• Injection molding experience strongly preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting skills in mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Experience reading electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals.
• Knowledge of PLC troubleshooting is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced production environment.
• Must have excellent attendance and a strong commitment to safety.

Why Join Our Team?

• Temp-to-hire opportunity with long-term career potential.
• Competitive pay based on experience.
• Stable work environment with a leading Tier 1 automotive manufacturer.
• Opportunity to work with advanced injection molding equipment and automation.
• Supportive team culture with opportunities for growth and advancement.

If you're a hands-on maintenance professional looking to grow your career with a respected automotive manufacturer, we'd love to hear from you. career forward!