Machine Maintenance Technician: Molding

the LEGO Group; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family Care Leave

Life and disability insurance

Headspace wellbeing app access

Colleague discount

Job summary

The LEGO Group is seeking an experienced maintenance technician to perform preventive and corrective maintenance on injection molding machines and related equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems, document work in the CMMS, and support TPM and continuous improvement efforts while adhering to safety standards and procedures. Domestic and international travel for training may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical certification or associate degree preferred in Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering Technology, or Electro-Mechanical Technology.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues using schematics, manuals, and tools.
• Document maintenance work in CMMS and report trends.
• Support TPM, Lean, and root cause analysis initiatives.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and quality teams for corrective actions.
• Follow safety protocols including LOTO and PPE; participate in safety audits.
• Identify missing spare parts or tools and report them.
• Participate in equipment installations, upgrades, and modifications.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally for training.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Pneumatic systems

Hydraulic systems

CMMS

Schematic reading

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical certification or Associate degree

Tools

SAP

Maximo

Job description

Job DescriptionKey ResponsibilitiesPerform preventive and corrective maintenance on injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment to minimize downtime and ensure production continuity.Troubleshoot and resolve complex mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues using appropriate tools and documentation (e.g., schematics, manuals).Support Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) efforts by participating in continuous improvement initiatives and maintaining accurate documentation of maintenance activities.Collaborate with engineering, production, and quality teams to ensure effective root cause analysis and corrective actions.Follow all safety protocols including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), PPE use, and participation in safety audits and meetings (e.g., 5S, Kaizen, Proactive Safety).Document maintenance work in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and report equipment trends or recurring issues.Identify missing spare parts or required tools and report them promptly to maintain maintenance readiness.Participate in equipment installations, upgrades, and modifications as assigned.Comply with internal and external QEHS (Quality, Environment, Health, and Safety) standards and regulations.Willingness to travel domestically and internationally for training as needed.Starting hourly rate: $36.85.Experience2–5 years of relevant experience in maintenance of injection molding machines or similar automated manufacturing systems.Proven troubleshooting skills in mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.Familiarity with TPM, Lean Manufacturing, and root cause analysis tools.Experience with CMMS platforms such as SAP, Maximo, or equivalent.Education / CertificationsHigh school diploma or GED (required).Completion of a technical certification or associate degree in one of the following areas (preferred):Industrial MaintenanceMechatronicsElectrical or Mechanical Engineering TechnologyElectro-Mechanical TechnologyTechnical SkillsWorking knowledge of:Injection molding equipment (e.g., Engel, Arburg, Husky)Electrical circuits, PLCs, sensors, relaysPneumatic and hydraulic systemsAbility to read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, and schematics.Proficient computer literacy (e.g., Microsoft Office) and familiarity with digital maintenance tools.CompensationThe salary for this position has a range of $36.85 - $36.85 based on anticipated responsibilities, market benchmarks, and organizational constraints. The LEGO Group carefully considers a wide range of compensation factors, including but not limited to prior experience, skills, expertise, location, internal equity, and other considerations permitted by law. The comprehensive remuneration details, inclusive of benefits, will be communicated upon finalisation of the employment offer.Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis. However, please note we do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to any advertised closing date. So, if you're interested in this role we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.What’s in it for you?Here are some of what to expect:Family Care Leave – We offer enhanced paid leave options for those important times.Insurances – All colleagues are covered by our life and disability insurance which provides protection and peace of mind.Wellbeing – We want you to be your best self, so you’ll have access to the Headspace App and lots of wellbeing initiatives and programs run by local teams where you are basedColleague Discount – We know you'll love to build so from day 1 you will qualify for our generous colleague discount.Bonus – We do our best work to succeed together. When goals are reached and if eligible, you'll be rewarded through our bonus schemeYour workplace – When you join the team you'll be assigned a primary workplace location i.e. one of our Offices, stores or factories. Our hybrid work policy means an average of 3 days per week in the office. The hiring team will discuss the policy and role eligibility with you during the recruitment process.We strive to create a diverse, dynamic and inclusive culture of play at the LEGO Group, where everyone feels safe, valued and they belong.The LEGO Group is highly committed to equal employment opportunity and equal pay and seeks to encourage applicants from all backgrounds (eg. sex, gender identity or expression, race/ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion and Veteran status) to apply for roles in our team.We support our employees in being there for the moments that matter in life and celebrate families of all kinds, the loved ones that make us who we are. Being part of the LEGO Group also means taking part in our annual Play Day, playing a part in building a sustainable future and continuing our mission to “inspire and develop the builders of tomorrow.”The LEGO Group is fully committed to Children’s Rights and Child Wellbeing across the globe. Candidates offered positions with high engagement with children are required to take part in Child Safeguarding Background Screening, as a condition of the offer.Thank you for sharing our global commitment to Children’s Rights.We conduct drug screening as a part of our drug free workplace policy and in support of our commitment to the health and safety of our employees.Online Application Accessibility Statement; which is intended for people with disabilities - LEGO systems endeavors to make www.LEGO.com/jobs accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our web site or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the HR Service Desk at 1.860-763-7777, option #3. Please note, these communication channels should be used for those having difficulty accessing our on-line channels, not to inquire about job opportunities.Just imagine building your dream career.Then make it real.Join the LEGO team today.