Industrial Maintenance Mechanic (Plastics Molding)Location: Rochester Hills, MI | Type: Contract-to-Hire | Compensation: Approximately $25.00+ per hour (based on proven work history)Schedule: Permanent 3rd Shift, 11:00 pm – 7:00 am. Initial training occurs on 1st shift.A night in the roleYour shift begins at 11:00 pm. You review the M4 maintenance system and map out your preventive maintenance list—daily, weekly, and monthly tasks that keep our presses and supporting equipment humming. With lockout/tagout in place, you dive into inspections, tighten what needs tightening, and document every step. If a machine acts up, you diagnose the issue—often electrical—decide on the fix, and line up parts or outside service as needed. You might hop on a forklift or overhead crane to safely move components, handle facility upkeep, or coordinate with the molding manager on priorities. Throughout the night, you keep the workspace clean, the team informed, and production protected—stopping the process if you spot nonconforming or suspect material.What you’ll handleExecute and improve daily/weekly/monthly/annual preventive maintenance for presses and plant equipmentFabricate and repair parts and assemblies as neededTroubleshoot, resolve, and recommend equipment repairs, upgrades, and improvementsOrder replacement parts and coordinate with external service techniciansRecord all preventive and corrective maintenance activities in the M4 systemProactively reduce unscheduled downtime across production assetsSupport general building maintenance and upkeepFollow lock-out procedures and all safety policies; maintain a clean, safe work areaWork under the direction of the molding manager or designee and support cross-trainingExercise authority to halt production if nonconforming or suspect material is foundContribute to other related duties and projects as assignedQualificationsEducation & ExperienceHigh school diploma or equivalent1–2 years of hands-on electrical troubleshooting experienceSkills & ToolsProven capability with basic machine and building maintenanceStrong troubleshooting and repair skills for industrial equipmentAbility to operate a forklift and an overhead craneAccurate recordkeeping and basic computer proficiencyProficiency with Microsoft 365 (Teams, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word)Effective communication and interpersonal skills; collaborative team mindsetSolid time management—able to organize and manage multiple prioritiesProfessional demeanor and ethical conduct, including proper handling of confidential informationPhysical & Work EnvironmentWalk, sit, stand, climb; use hands to handle tools/controls; reach with arms/hands; balance, stoop, twist, bend; talk and hearLift and/or move up to 55 poundsVision: close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and ability to focusWork environment noise level is typically moderateComplianceA successful candidate will be subject to a background check and must receive satisfactory results of the same, as a condition of joining the team.By applying, you confirm the information you provide is accurate and complete; false or fraudulent details may result in withdrawal of an offer or termination.