Injection Molding Mold Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift

Schulte Staffing; Reading (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

First shift schedule

Career growth

Quality and safety culture

Job summary

Schulte Staffing is seeking an experienced Mold Maintenance Technician in Reading, MA to maintain injection molding equipment, troubleshoot complex issues, and support production efficiency. The role emphasizes preventive maintenance, reliability, and collaboration with vendors.

The successful candidate will have 8–10 years in injection molding maintenance, strong mechanical/electrical knowledge, and the ability to work independently on a first-shift (7:00 AM – 3:30 PM) schedule.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of maintenance experience in an injection molding manufacturing environment.
• Excellent mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills.
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, electronic, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Experience maintaining injection molding machines and related automation equipment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, execute, and track preventive and predictive maintenance activities for mold department equipment.
• Diagnose and repair injection molding machines, robots, laser systems, and ancillary equipment.
• Coordinate and manage external repair and service vendors as needed.
• Obtain repair quotes and serve as the primary point of contact for outside service providers.
• Maintain critical spare parts inventory for molding equipment.
• Ensure all safety equipment, alarms, and safeguards are operational and compliant.
• Assist with facility-related maintenance and repair projects within the molding department.
• Support departmental safety initiatives, TS16949 programs, and operational standards.
• Assist in promoting and maintaining quality system requirements and best practices.
• Support and enforce departmental and company policies and procedures.

Job description

Schulte Staffing is seeking an experienced Mold Maintenance Technician in Reading, MA to maintain injection molding equipment, troubleshoot complex issues, and support production efficiency. The role emphasizes preventive maintenance, reliability, and collaboration with vendors.

The successful candidate will have 8–10 years in injection molding maintenance, strong mechanical/electrical knowledge, and the ability to work independently on a first-shift (7:00 AM – 3:30 PM) schedule.