Injection Molding Maintenance Technician

MICRON PRODUCTS; Fitchburg (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Micron Solutions, a diversified contract manufacturer in Fitchburg, MA, is seeking an Injection Molding Maintenance Technician to support its molding operations. This hands-on role focuses on injection molding presses, robotics, dryers, chillers, and related equipment.

The ideal candidate will troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical issues in a plastics environment. Requirements include 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience with injection molding, strong

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience, including injection molding or plastics manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting and repairing injection molding presses and auxiliary equipment.
• Strong mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Experience performing preventive maintenance and equipment repairs in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read basic mechanical and electrical schematics.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on injection molding presses and auxiliary equipment
• Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical issues on molding equipment
• Diagnose injection molding press failures and make repairs to minimize production downtime
• Maintain and repair robots, dryers, chillers, thermolators, conveyors, material handling equipment, and other molding support systems
• Troubleshoot sensors, motors, relays, heaters, controls, and other electrical components
• Support installation, startup, relocation, and commissioning of injection molding equipment
• Partner with Process Technicians to identify and resolve equipment-related molding issues
• Identify recurring equipment problems and recommend long-term corrective actions
• Complete preventive maintenance work orders and maintain accurate equipment records
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on equipment reliability and uptime
• Follow all safety procedures, including lockout/tagout requirements
• Support ISO 13485 quality system and documentation requirements
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Work closely with Process Technicians, Production, Engineering, and Manufacturing teams

Skills

Injection molding

Troubleshooting

Mechanical skills

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Electrical troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Injection molding presses

Robotics systems

Conveyors

Chillers

Thermolators

CMMS

Job description

Injection Molding Maintenance Technician
fitchburg, MA 01420

Injection Molding Maintenance Technician

Micron Solutions is a multifaceted contract manufacturing organization specializing in thermoplastic injection molding, precision machining and finishing, automated assembly, and silver-plated medical sensors for disposable electrodes. We partner with companies of all sizes to deliver manufacturing and assembly solutions that support their success. Our 120,000-square-foot facility in Fitchburg, MA supports projects from concept through commercialization.

Position Summary

Micron Solutions is seeking an experienced Injection Molding Maintenance Technician to support our injection molding operations.

This is a hands-on equipment maintenance role focused specifically on injection molding presses and the equipment that supports the molding process, including robotics, dryers, chillers, thermolators, conveyors, material handling systems, and other auxiliary equipment.

The ideal candidate has worked directly on injection molding equipment and is experienced troubleshooting mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical problems in a plastics manufacturing environment.

This is not a machinist position. Hands-on injection molding equipment maintenance experience is required.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, 401(k), and paid time off
• Stable, growing medical device and contract manufacturing environment
• Opportunities for training and career advancement

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on injection molding presses and auxiliary equipment
• Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical issues on molding equipment
• Diagnose injection molding press failures and make repairs to minimize production downtime
• Maintain and repair robots, dryers, chillers, thermolators, conveyors, material handling equipment, and other molding support systems
• Troubleshoot sensors, motors, relays, heaters, controls, and other electrical components
• Support installation, startup, relocation, and commissioning of injection molding equipment
• Partner with Process Technicians to identify and resolve equipment-related molding issues
• Identify recurring equipment problems and recommend long-term corrective actions
• Complete preventive maintenance work orders and maintain accurate equipment records
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on equipment reliability and uptime
• Follow all safety procedures, including lockout/tagout requirements
• Support ISO 13485 quality system and documentation requirements
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Work closely with Process Technicians, Production, Engineering, and Manufacturing teams

Qualifications

Required Experience

• High School Diploma or GED
• 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience, including injection molding or plastics manufacturing
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting and repairing injection molding presses and auxiliary equipment
• Strong mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical troubleshooting skills
• Experience performing preventive maintenance and equipment repairs in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to read basic mechanical and electrical schematics
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds

Preferred Experience

• Experience with Engel, Arburg, Sodick, Toyo, or similar injection molding presses
• Experience with molding support equipment such as robots, dryers, chillers, thermolators, conveyors, and material handling systems
• Experience with automation and electrical controls
• Familiarity with preventive maintenance or CMMS systems
• Experience in a medical device or ISO 13485 manufacturing environment

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for a hands-on maintenance technician with injection molding experience who can troubleshoot equipment issues, identify mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, or electrical problems, and safely get molding equipment back into production.

Work Authorization

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Micron Solutions is unable to provide employment visa sponsorship now or in the future and does not offer relocation assistance.

Direct injection molding or plastics equipment maintenance experience is required.

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Compensation details:

25-30 Hourly Wage