Blow Mold Maintenance Technician

Highline Aftermarket; Leominster (MA); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Highline Aftermarket is seeking a Maintenance Technician for blow molding operations in Leominster, MA. You will diagnose and repair equipment and tooling, perform HVAC maintenance, and support lean improvements to maximize production efficiency.

The role emphasizes hands-on problem solving, safety, and training operators, with experience in blow molding and Uniloy a plus.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate good mechanical aptitude.
• Uniloy experience is a plus.
• Previous blowmold experience is a must.
• Operate a computer—PC proficiency; use spreadsheets and reporting software effectively.

Responsibilities

• Resolve equipment problems affecting production and assist with diagnosing production issues.
• Identify tooling and machine issues; determine corrective actions, procure parts, and perform repairs.
• Perform HVAC maintenance and keep equipment in like-new condition.
• Train operators and line workers to become maintenance technicians.
• Be the first responder to line breakdowns and provide prompt notification of equipment breakdowns.
• Maintain good housekeeping and contribute to lean manufacturing improvements.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Uniloy experience

Blow mold experience

Education

Technical degree related to maintenance

Job description

The Blow MoldMaintenance Technician is responsible for serving as a hands-on technical resource for resolving equipment problems affecting production and assist with diagnosing production problems. The individual in this position is responsible for identifying and resolving tooling and machine related issues, identifying corrective actions, procuring replacement parts, and performing equipment repairs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function.

• Serve as a hands-on technical resource for resolving equipment problems affecting production and assist with diagnosing production problems.
• Identify and resolve tooling and machine related issues, identify corrective actions, procure replacement parts, and perform equipment repairs.
• Perform HVAC maintenance.
• Help clean and maintain equipment in like-new conditions.
• Assist with mold sets and tooling changes.
• Perform work order tasks entered into the company’s MP2 computerized maintenance management system ("CMMS").
• Train operators and line workers to become maintenance technicians.
• Be the first responder (if available) to and correct all line breakdowns.
• Provide prompt notification of any equipment breakdowns.
• Conduct line leak reviews and construct hydraulic hoses and water lines.
• Maintain good housekeeping and regularly clean work area, machines, and equipment.
• Identify and contribute to continuous improvement efforts to reduce costs or increase productivity without reducing effectiveness. Understand and apply lean manufacturing tools and methodology.
• Maintain an open and candid working relationship with immediate supervisor/manager in discussing matters of importance.
• Adhere to established company values, practices, policies and procedures at all times. Follow and support compliance with all applicable safety rules, laws, regulations, and standards.
• Demonstrate regular and punctual attendance at the assigned work location.
• This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned

This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned

Marginal Functions

The individual may be asked to perform other duties as requested.

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities

An individual qualified for this job must be able to:

• Demonstrate good mechanical aptitude.
• Uniloy experience is a plus
• previous blowmold experience is a must
• Accurately multiply, divide, add, and subtract whole numbers to resolve practical problems.
• Operate a computer—PC proficiency; use spreadsheets and reporting software effectively.
• Wear/use required PPE (personal protective equipment).
• Understand written instruction and complete appropriate documentation as directed.
• Use a logical approach to troubleshooting issues and prioritizing production needs.
• Recognize problems when they occur and to work toward the solution of those problems.
• Pay attention to details and pursue quality in accomplishing work duties and tasks. Look for opportunities to reduce costs or increase productivity without reducing effectiveness.
• Handle challenges skillfully, thoroughly, and effectively.
• Effectively communicate with co-workers, team members, and internal or external customers. Present information clearly and accurately.
• Independently take advantage of opportunities to improve or increase skills, abilities and job knowledge.
• Make sure that work is delivered on time and of high quality.
• Develop good work practices in order to get the job done.
• Use equipment, resources and time in an efficient and effective manner.
• Use good judgment when making decisions.
• Perform work in a safe manner at all times.
• Work in a cooperative manner with management, co-workers, internal/external customers, and vendors.
• Do the right thing, even when it is difficult.

Minimum Experience, Education, and CertiFications

• 2 or more years of related work experience, or a technical degree related to maintenance or other related field, or any satisfactory combination of education and experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the above duties.