Industrial Maintenance Technician (Injection Molding)

Top Echelon LLC; Fraser (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Top Echelon LLC Maintenance Technician role to keep injection molding machines and facility systems operating efficiently during startup and ramp-up. You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshoot sophisticated systems, and collaborate with production to minimize downtime.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years in industrial maintenance, strong electrical/mechanical skills, and a commitment to safety. The position is full-time, on-site in Michigan.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Technical diploma or equivalent in industrial maintenance.
• 3+ years of experience maintaining injection molding equipment in a manufacturing environment.
• 2-3 years’ experience as a maintenance, electronic, or robotics technician in a manufacturing environment.
• Legal authorization to work in the US.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Working knowledge of PLCs, hydraulics, robotics, electrical, pneumatic, mechanical systems, HVAC, and plumbing.
• Willingness to work overtime and weekends if/when necessary for on-time delivery.
• Must be able to lift and handle 50 pounds.
• Positive work attitude and ability to work collaboratively with production teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on injection molding machines, robots, and support equipment.
• Troubleshoot hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical systems to minimize downtime.
• Perform mold setup, alignment, and calibration to support launches.
• Maintain machinery and building systems including plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and hydraulics.
• Schedule and execute periodic maintenance operations.
• Order and manage spare parts inventory through procurement for uninterrupted operations.
• Maintain detailed maintenance logs.
• Collaborate with production teams to optimize equipment performance.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards.
• Demonstrate dependability and a positive work attitude in maintenance activities.

Skills

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Mechanical

Electrical

PLC knowledge

Robotics

Preventive maintenance

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Technical diploma in industrial maintenance

Tools

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Multimeter

PLC programming

HVAC tooling

Job description

TheMaintenance Technician ensures all soft trim lamination and injection molding machinery, auxiliary equipment, and facility systems operate efficiently, especially during plant startup and ramp-up to full production. This role requires a dependable, committed professional with a positive attitude and a strong background in industrial maintenance. The Maintenance Technician is a crucial part of our team, as they are responsible for all building and machinery maintenance as well as trouble shooting and repairs. All applicants must have critical problem-solving skills and the desire to learn new processes and techniques. Previous experience in maintenance is critical.

What You'll Do

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on injection molding machines, robots, and support equipment to ensure readiness for plant startup and sustained production.
• Troubleshoot hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical systems to resolve issues quickly and minimize downtime.
• Perform mold setup, alignment, and calibration to support efficient production launches.
• Maintain all machinery and building systems, including plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and hydraulic components.
• Schedule and execute periodic maintenance operations.
• Order and manage spare parts inventory through the procurement department, ensuring an adequate supply for uninterrupted operations.
• Maintain detailed maintenance logs.
• Collaborate with production teams to optimize equipment performance and support continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards to promote a safe work environment.
• Demonstrate dependability, commitment, and a positive work attitude in all maintenance activities.

What You'll Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Technical diploma or equivalent experience in industrial maintenance.
• 3+ years of experience maintaining injection molding equipment in a manufacturing environment.
• 2-3 years’ experience as a maintenance, electronic, or robotics technician in a manufacturing environment. Plastic injection mold machine experience preferred.
• Legal authorization to work in the US.
• Proven dependability and commitment to equipment reliability and plant success.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Working knowledge of PLCs, hydraulics, robotics, electrical, pneumatic, mechanical systems, HVAC systems, and plumbing.
• Initiative and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work with 12VDC up to 480VAC 3-phase power.
• Quick learning skills with the ability to retain many small details; must be solution minded.
• Willingness to work overtime and weekends if/when necessary for on-time delivery.
• Must be punctual.
• Must be able to lift and handle 50 pounds.
• Positive work attitude and ability to work collaboratively with production teams.