Injection Molding Maintenance Technician I

Schaefer Plastics North America, LLC.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Schaefer Plastics North America, LLC. is seeking a Maintenance Technician I to support maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of injection molding machines, auxiliary equipment, and facility systems.

This entry- to intermediate-level role emphasizes mechanical aptitude and development in electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic troubleshooting. The candidate will perform preventive maintenance, assist with repairs, read basic diagrams, and work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with safety

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1-2 years of industrial maintenance, manufacturing maintenance, mechanical repair, or related technical experience preferred.
• Completion of a maintenance training program, technical school program, military technical training, or apprenticeship-related coursework may be considered.
• Experience in plastics, injection molding, manufacturing, or equipment repair is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on injection molding machines, auxiliary equipment, and facility systems.
• Assist with troubleshooting and repair of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical equipment.
• Support maintenance team members with equipment repairs, mold change support, and machine start-up issues.
• Learn to read and interpret basic hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical schematics, including common symbols and diagrams.
• Use basic electrical testing equipment and diagnostic tools under guidance.
• Assist with identifying worn, damaged, or failed components.
• Operate shop equipment, including drill presses, band saws, grinders, welders, electrical testers, and other maintenance tools as trained.
• Use a variety of powered and non-powered hand tools.
• Complete assigned work orders using a computerized maintenance system.
• Monitor facility services, including water, compressed air, and electrical supply, and report concerns to maintenance leadership.
• Assist with housekeeping, organization of tools and parts, and maintaining a safe work area.
• Follow all safety rules and procedures, including lockout/tagout, fall protection, PPE, and company safety standards.
• Perform additional duties as assigned based on business needs.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Read schematics

CMMS

Electrical testing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Schaefer Plastics North America, LLC. is seeking a Maintenance Technician I to support maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of injection molding machines, auxiliary equipment, and facility systems.

This entry- to intermediate-level role emphasizes mechanical aptitude and development in electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic troubleshooting. The candidate will perform preventive maintenance, assist with repairs, read basic diagrams, and work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with safety