Injection Molding Maintenance Technician

Silgan Dispensing Systems; Missouri; On-site; USD 43,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Silgan Dispensing Systems in Missouri is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to repair and maintain motors, conveyors, and injection molding equipment. The role requires hands-on troubleshooting and the ability to work with metalworking tools to fabricate spare parts.

You will inspect equipment, replace worn components, and set up machinery for production while following safety guidelines and standard procedures. Overtime may be required to meet deadlines and minimize downtime.

Qualifications

• One year technical certificate or equivalent experience.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating procedures, and manuals.
• Experience with mechanical and electrical repair of industrial equipment.

Responsibilities

• Observe equipment in operation and evaluate repair needs.
• Dismantle equipment to access defective parts and replace them.
• Lubricate, adjust, and test machinery after repairs.
• Install and set up molding machinery and power tools as needed.
• Work mandatory overtime; schedule often exceeds 40 hours per week.

Skills

Machinery maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Blueprint reading

Safety compliance

Education

Technical certificate (1 year)

Tools

Lathe

Drill press

Grinder

Milling machine

Hydraulic press

Job description

Silgan Dispensing Systems in Missouri is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to repair and maintain motors, conveyors, and injection molding equipment. The role requires hands-on troubleshooting and the ability to work with metalworking tools to fabricate spare parts.

You will inspect equipment, replace worn components, and set up machinery for production while following safety guidelines and standard procedures. Overtime may be required to meet deadlines and minimize downtime.