Injection Molding Maintenance Tech - 12-Hour Shifts

American Plastics, LLC; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

American Plastics, LLC is seeking a Maintenance Technician at our Jefferson City, MO facility. You will troubleshoot electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, read schematics, and perform preventative maintenance on injection-molding equipment.

The role requires a 12-hour shift schedule and strict adherence to safety procedures. You will work with suppliers to identify root causes and implement permanent solutions, maintain the plant and equipment, and support continuous improvement

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old.
• Eligible to work in the United States.
• Must be able to work a 12-hour shift.
• Prior maintenance technician experience; injection molding experience a plus.
• Must read, write and speak English.
• Valid driver’s license; forklift experience or willingness to learn.
• Basic math; good judgment and interpersonal skills.
• Welding, brazing, soldering, or related fabrication skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and read electrical prints.
• Troubleshoot hydraulic circuits and read machine schematics.
• Troubleshoot pneumatic circuits and read machine schematics.
• Maintain and repair injection molding equipment.
• Execute lock out/tag out procedures.
• Suggest preventive, predictive, or continuous improvement solutions to minimize downtime.
• Work with equipment suppliers to determine root cause and implement permanent solutions.
• Maintain plant facilities and equipment.
• Perform daily checks per preventive maintenance schedule.
• Own basic set of tools and equipment.
• Support continuous improvement and teamwork to uphold industry standards.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Injection molding maintenance

Lock out/tag out procedures

Preventive maintenance

Reading schematics

English proficiency

Job description

American Plastics, LLC is seeking a Maintenance Technician at our Jefferson City, MO facility. You will troubleshoot electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, read schematics, and perform preventative maintenance on injection-molding equipment.

The role requires a 12-hour shift schedule and strict adherence to safety procedures. You will work with suppliers to identify root causes and implement permanent solutions, maintain the plant and equipment, and support continuous improvement