Injection Molding Maintenance Technician

100Hires, Inc.; Livonia (MI); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

NYX is hiring an Injection Molding Maintenance Technician in Livonia, MI. This direct-hire, full-time role focuses on hands-on maintenance of injection molding equipment used to produce automotive interior components.

You will troubleshoot, repair, and maintain machines, robots, and supporting systems, while documenting work orders and following LOTO and 5S standards. A minimum 3–4 years of experience is required.

Qualifications

• 3–4 years hands-on maintenance with plastic injection molding equipment.
• At least some hands-on maintenance in an industrial environment is required.
• Must follow lockout/tagout and 5S housekeeping standards; safety-focused.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on injection molding machines and related equipment.
• Diagnose equipment failures and perform repairs to minimize downtime.
• Document work orders and maintenance checks for traceability.
• Follow safety procedures and report safety concerns and injuries.

Skills

Electrical Troubleshooting

Mechanical Troubleshooting

Pneumatics

Electrical Systems Diagnostics

Electrical Repair

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Tools

Milacron (Injection Molding)

Toshiba

Van Dorn

Engel

Husky

Haitian

Job description

NYX is hiring an Injection Molding Maintenance Technician in Livonia, MI. This is a direct-hire position with NYX, paying $30–$35 per hour.Required experience: At least 3 to 4 years of hands-on maintenance experience with plastic injection molding equipment used to produce automotive interior components. General maintenance experience or process setup/mold-setting experience alone does not meet this requirement.You'll troubleshoot, repair and maintain injection molding machines, production equipment and supporting plant systems. The focus is hands-on equipment maintenance, including electrical, mechanical and pneumatic troubleshooting.Responsibilities include completing preventive and predictive maintenance, diagnosing equipment failures, making repairs, and documenting work orders and maintenance checks. Equipment includes injection molding machines, robots, thermolators, dryers, conveyors, air compressors and vacuum pumps, along with building and other support equipment.Follow lockout/tagout and plant safety procedures, maintain 5S housekeeping standards, and report safety concerns and injuries. Basic knowledge of TS16949 and the company's Quality Policy is required. Complete additional maintenance work and training as directed.Physical Demands:Standing – frequently required on concrete floor when repairing equipmentWalking – sometimes required during repairing or doing maintenanceLifting – frequent lifting from floor to waist levelReaching – frequently extending arms and hands in front of body and below the waist when repairing machinesTurning/twisting – required all the time to perform job functionsBending/stooping – occasionally required*The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.Mechanical aptitude, Minimum Associate Degree or equivalent experience in maintenance. Experience in an industrial production environment desired, trouble shooting skills, flexible schedule and willing to work overtime on short notice.Knowledge of safety in an industrial setting.You should be proficient in:Electrical Troubleshooting SkillsTroubleshooting SkillsMechanical Troubleshooting SkillsPneumatics ExperienceSingle and Three Phase PowerElectrical Systems Diagnostics & RepairElectrical TroubleshootingElectrical RepairPneumatics TroubleshootingMaintenance and Repair SkillsElectrical Systems & Diagnostics (Heavy Equipment)Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)Electrical Schematic ReadingExperience in a Manufacturing EnvironmentInjection Molding ExperienceBlueprint ReadingMachines & technologies you'll use:Voltage DetectorMultimeterInjection Molding Machine (Milacron, Toshiba, Van Dorn, Engel, Husky, Haitian)