Injection Molding Equipment Maintenance Technician

NexTech Professional Services; Shelby Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

NexTech Professional Services is seeking a Machine Maintenance professional to ensure safe operation and maximize up-time of injection molding equipment in the Shelby Charter Township facility. The role emphasizes preventative and corrective maintenance on machines and related equipment used in manufacturing, with emphasis on safety and compliance.

The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills, experience with hydraulic/pneumatic systems, and the ability

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering or skilled trades or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years operating an injection molding machine.
• Minimum 3 years in skilled trade capacity working on Injection Molding machinery.
• Knowledge in setup of plastic molding machinery.
• Familiar with hydraulics, electricity and pneumatics.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair circuits using schematics and blueprints.
• Ability to properly use equipment and tools to check and repair machinery.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on equipment, documenting PM with the Maintenance Manager.
• Inspect equipment daily to ensure safe and proper operating conditions.
• Assist with major repairs to machines, equipment or components as needed.
• Submit requests for approval of replacement parts, equipment, or components.
• Follow safety precautions per MPI's OSHA requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Maintenance Manager.
• Follow safety, housekeeping, and company policies and procedures.
• Adhere to environmental procedures for spills, containment, and disposal of hazardous materials.
• Coordinate and maintain duties in a flexible manner; support continuous operations.

Skills

Troubleshooting electrical circuits

Hydraulics & pneumatics

Blueprint reading

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering or Skilled trades or equivalent

Tools

Injection molding machinery setup

Hydraulic/pneumatic tools

Electrical testing tools

Job description

NexTech Professional Services is seeking a Machine Maintenance professional to ensure safe operation and maximize up-time of injection molding equipment in the Shelby Charter Township facility. The role emphasizes preventative and corrective maintenance on machines and related equipment used in manufacturing, with emphasis on safety and compliance.

The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills, experience with hydraulic/pneumatic systems, and the ability