Industrial Injection Maintenance Technician

Caliberr Staffing; Ontario (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Caliberr Staffing is seeking an Industrial Injection Maintenance Technician to maximize uptime by diagnosing and repairing high-speed molding and packaging equipment. You will read complex schematics, perform preventative maintenance, and mentor teammates while ensuring safety protocols on the plant floor.

The role requires hands-on experience with 480VAC/24VDC systems, and strong communication skills to coordinate with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years in industrial maintenance or manufacturing.
• Able to read and interpret electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics.
• Experience using precision measuring tools (calipers, dial indicators, bore gauges).
• Strong troubleshooting skills for 480VAC and 24VDC systems.
• Effective communication of issues and resolutions to diverse stakeholders.
• Basic computer literacy with Microsoft Office for documentation.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair injection molders, blow molders, fillers, and high-speed packaging machinery.
• Maintain facility infrastructure including chillers, air compressors, and water filtration systems.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic failures from schematics.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement durable solutions for recurring issues.
• Perform preventative maintenance and precision adjustments for peak efficiency.
• Document maintenance activities, parts usage, and work orders.
• Support safety initiatives with lockout/tagout and safe operation practices.
• Provide technical guidance and training to team members.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Schematic interpretation

Precision measuring tools

Electrical systems

Technical communication

MS Office

Tools

Electrical schematics reading

Industrial equipment tools

Job description

$29.45 to $48.40 per hour

About the Role

As an Industrial Injection Maintenance Technician, you will serve as a critical technical expert responsible for maximizing production uptime through proactive diagnostics and precision repairs. You will play a pivotal role in optimizing the performance of high-speed injection molding and auxiliary systems to ensure seamless facility operations.

Responsibilities

• Execute complex troubleshooting and repairs on injection molders, blow molders, fillers, and high-speed packaging machinery.
• Maintain and optimize facility infrastructure, including chillers, air compressors, and advanced water filtration systems.
• Utilize technical schematics to diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic system failures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement sustainable solutions for recurring equipment performance issues.
• Perform preventative maintenance and precision adjustments to ensure equipment operates within peak efficiency parameters.
• Document all maintenance activities, parts usage, and work orders to maintain accurate service records.
• Support plant safety initiatives by adhering to rigorous machine operation and lockout/tagout protocols.
• Provide technical guidance and training to team members to elevate overall site maintenance capabilities.

Required Skills

• Minimum of 4 years of hands-on experience in an industrial maintenance or manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting complex electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics.
• Demonstrated expertise with precision measuring tools such as calipers, dial indicators, and bore gauges.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills with experience in 480VAC and 24VDC electrical systems.
• Ability to effectively communicate technical issues and resolution strategies to diverse stakeholders.
• Basic computer literacy with Microsoft Office Suite for documentation and reporting.

Preferred Skills

• 6+ years of experience in high-speed bottling, plastics, or beverage packaging industries.
• Advanced knowledge of VFDs, servo drives, PLC I/O systems, and industrial communication buses.
• Proven capability in fabrication, including welding (MIG/TIG/Stick) and machining.
• Experience with specialized equipment such as Husky, Krones, or Sidel systems.
• Strong background in thermodynamics, heat transfer, and plastics processing technology.
• Previous experience leading technical projects or mentoring junior maintenance staff.