Injection Molding Technician - Rotating Shifts

Schaefer Plastics North America, LLC.; Lodi (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Schaefer Plastics North America, LLC is hiring a Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain injection molding machines, auxiliary equipment, and facility systems. The role emphasizes strong mechanical and technical abilities, with experience in electrical systems, hydraulics, robotics, automation, and CMMS usage.

Work involves a 12‑hour rotating shift, including nights and weekends, with safety as a top priority and opportunities for ongoing maintenance training and career

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of injection molding maintenance experience preferred.
• Completion of a maintenance training program may be considered in place of direct experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing, industrial maintenance, plastics, or related technical environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair injection molding machines, auxiliary equipment, and related systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance according to established schedules.
• Complete assigned work orders using a computerized preventive maintenance system.
• Assist with mold changes on injection molding machines.
• Operate shop equipment, including milling machines, band saws, drill presses, lathes, welders, concrete drills, torches, electrical testers, and other maintenance tools.
• Use a variety of powered and non-powered hand tools.
• Operate overhead cranes in accordance with OSHA and company safety requirements.
• Monitor and maintain facility services, including water, compressed air, and electrical supply.
• Identify and communicate the need for spare or replacement parts.
• Follow all safety rules and procedures, including lockout/tagout, fall protection, PPE, and other company safety standards.
• Support housekeeping, equipment reliability, and continuous improvement efforts throughout the facility.
• Perform additional duties as assigned based on business needs.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

CMMS

Reading manuals

Computer skills

Forklift certification

Shift flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Maintenance training program could substitute

Job description

Schaefer Plastics North America, LLC is hiring a Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain injection molding machines, auxiliary equipment, and facility systems. The role emphasizes strong mechanical and technical abilities, with experience in electrical systems, hydraulics, robotics, automation, and CMMS usage.

Work involves a 12‑hour rotating shift, including nights and weekends, with safety as a top priority and opportunities for ongoing maintenance training and career