Injection Mold Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift

Technical Needs; Reading (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus

Job summary

Technical Needs in Reading, MA, is seeking an Injection Mold Maintenance Tech to join a fast-paced molding operation. You will perform preventative and predictive maintenance on mold presses, robots, laser systems, and related equipment, ensuring equipment uptime and safety.

The role requires deep mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic skills, quick fault diagnosis, and the ability to coordinate repairs and manage critical spare parts while adhering to TS16949-like safety standards.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of maintenance experience in injection molding or manufacturing.
• Strong mechanical skills with knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
• Ability to diagnose faults quickly and coordinate repairs.
• Ability to lift up to 65 lbs, stand for extended periods in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on mold presses, robots, laser systems and ancillary equipment.
• Diagnose faults and coordinate external repair services to minimize downtime.
• Manage critical spare parts inventory and ensure availability for scheduled maintenance.
• Maintain a safe work environment and adhere to safety protocols.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Fault diagnosis

Spare parts management

Safety compliance

Tools

Mold presses

Robotic systems

Laser systems

Ancillary equipment

Job description

Our client is looking for a Injection Mold Maintenance Tech to join their team in a fast-paced injection molding environment. This role focuses on performing preventative and predictive maintenance on equipment such as mold presses, robots, laser systems, and ancillary machinery. You will be responsible for diagnosing faults, coordinating repairs, managing critical spare parts, and ensuring safety standards are consistently met. Ideal for candidates with extensive mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic skills, and experience working in manufacturing or injection molding facilities.You’ll work on-site during the first shift, typically Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with some flexibility.Required Skills, Education and Experience:8-10 years of relevant maintenance experience in an injection molding or manufacturing settingStrong mechanical skills and knowledge of injection molding equipment, including hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systemsAbility to diagnose equipment faults quickly and coordinate external repair servicesExcellent organizational skills and high attention to detailAbility to lift up to 65 lbs, stand for extended periods, and work in a manufacturing environmentThink you know someone who'd be perfect for this role? If you refer someone who gets hired for any of our job opportunities, and works a minimum of hours, we'll show our appreciation with a referral bonus. Spread the word and help us find top talent! Refer someone today: http://techneeds.com/current-employees/referrals/ Stay in the Loop: Sign up for email notifications to hear about new openings as they're posted: http://www.techneeds.com/job-seekers/job-alerts/ Visit http://jobs.techneeds.com regularly to see our latest opportunities. Techneeds has offered contract-to-hire and direct-hire talent solutions to some of the best employers in New England for over 50 years. As a Technology, Manufacturing, Engineering, Finance, and Professional staffing & recruitment agency, we're experts at finding, screening, and placing in-demand talent with top employers in New England.IND3maintenance, repair, predictive maintenance, preventative maintenance, mold presses, robotic systems, laser systems, ancillary equipment, troubleshooting, electrical systems, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, spare parts inventory, TS16949, safety protocols, repair coordination, mechanical skills, electrical skills, hydraulic skills, pneumatic skills, equipment diagnostics, external repair services, repair quotes, safety alarms