Maintenance Leader-ARP

Amcor Rigid Packaging; Fairfield (CA); On-site; USD 61,992 - 67,502; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Flexible time off

Company-paid holidays

Well-being program

Health Savings Account

Life Insurance

Disability benefits

Parental leave

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

Amcor Rigid Packaging in Fairfield, CA seeks a technical leader to optimize Husky PET injection molding systems, mentor technicians, and drive reliability across high-volume operations.

You will coordinate mold changes, startup procedures, and advanced troubleshooting while leveraging SAP, DMAIC, and data analytics to reduce downtime and scrap. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of experience with high-speed injection molding equipment, preferably Husky PET systems.
• Demonstrated maintenance and technical skills with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to lead by example and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Optimize injection parameters, cycle time, and cooling to improve product quality.
• Lead mold changeovers, system setup, and start-up without significant downtime.
• Perform advanced diagnostics and root cause analysis for equipment issues.

Skills

High-speed injection molding

Husky PET systems

Predictive maintenance

SAP

DMAIC

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Post-secondary in millwright/electrical/ hydraulics

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Overview

This position provides technical leadership for the operation, reliability, and optimization of Husky PET injection molding systems and associated automation within a high-volume manufacturing environment. Responsible for the strategic coordination of injection maintenance activities, mold changeovers, process startup, and advanced troubleshooting of servo-hydraulic injection systems, hot runner technologies, and mold tooling platforms.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties

• Injection unit performance optimization
• Clamp system mechanics and tie-bar stretch monitoring
• Servo-hydraulic drive systems
• Valve-gated hot runner technology
• Mold cooling and thermal management systems
• Automated part handling robotics and downstream equipment
• Act as the subject matter expert (SME) for Husky machine functionality, diagnostics, and system integration
• Lead technical troubleshooting of complex mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and process-related issues affecting machine performance and product quality

Specific Responsibilities / Essential Functions

• Optimize critical injection parameters, including injection velocity and pressure profile, screw recovery and plasticizing performance, hold pressure and pack profiles, mold temperature and cooling efficiency, and cycle time
• Diagnose and correct process-related defects such as preform dimensional variation, gate imbalance, short shots, flashing, crystallinity, and cooling defects
• Utilize statistical process control systems (RealSPC) and production analytics to ensure consistent process capability

Advanced Mold Changeovers & System Setup

• Lead and coordinate complex mold changeovers on Husky injection systems, ensuring minimal downtime and rapid production startup
• Mold installation and precision alignment
• Hydraulic, pneumatic, and cooling system integration
• Hot runner electrical interface verification
• Valve gate system calibration
• Robot EOAT (End‑of‑Arm Tooling) setup
• Mold protection configuration and validation
• Verify all systems prior to production startup through machine diagnostics and process validation checks

Equipment Reliability & Predictive Maintenance

• Develop and implement predictive and preventative maintenance strategies for injection molding equipment and auxiliary systems
• Oversee maintenance programs for injection screws and barrels, servo‑hydraulic pumps and valves, clamp assemblies and lubrication systems, hot runner systems and temperature controllers, cooling manifolds and mold temperature control units, robotics and automation interfaces

Troubleshooting & Root Cause Analysis

• Lead advanced troubleshooting for hydraulic pressure instability, servo drive faults, injection unit wear or degradation, mold cooling inefficiencies, valve gate malfunctions, electrical or PLC communication faults
• Perform root cause failure analysis (RCFA) and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence

Production Integration & Data Systems

• Monitor and analyze production performance through Factory Management Systems (FMS), RealSPC statistical monitoring, and SAP production and maintenance reporting
• Evaluate performance metrics such as machine uptime, overall equipment effectiveness (OEE), scrap and defect rates, cycle time efficiency
• Provide recommendations for process and equipment improvements based on production data

Technical Leadership & Workforce Development

• Provide mentorship and technical training to maintenance technicians, setup technicians, and injection operators

Training Focus Areas

• Husky system diagnostics
• Injection process fundamentals
• Mechanical and hydraulic troubleshooting
• Mold handling and changeover best practices

Education, Skills & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED. Some post‑secondary education preferred, especially in millwright, electrical, hydraulics, pneumatics, or industrial maintenance
• Minimum five years of experience working with high‑speed injection molding equipment, preferably Husky PET injection molding systems
• Demonstrated maintenance and technical skills
• Ability to lead by example and effective communication skills
• Analytical problem‑solving skills (DMAIC)
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to interact professionally and tactfully
• Experience with SAP and basic computer skills (Microsoft Office)

Compensation

The starting salary for this position is expected to be between $45.00 per hour and $49.00 per hour, depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. Base pay information is based on national averages, and a geographic differential may be applied based on work location. The position may also be eligible for Amcor's Management Incentive Plan / Sales Incentive Plan, which is an annual bonus program based on business and individual performance, as well as medical coverage and other health and welfare benefits.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision plans
• Flexible time off, starting at 80 hours paid time per year for full‑time salaried employees
• Company‑paid holidays starting at 9 days per year, which may be slightly higher by location
• Well‑being program & Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings Account / Flexible Spending Account
• Life insurance, AD&D, short‑term & long‑term disability, and voluntary accident disability benefits
• Paid parental leave
• Retirement savings plan with company match
• Tuition reimbursement (dependent upon approval)
• Discretionary annual bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)

Physical Requirements

• Normal vision
• Distant vision
• Near vision
• Hearing / Listening
• Sitting
• Talking / Speaking
• Hand / Finger dexterity
• Walking
• Standing
• Stooping
• Pushing / Pulling
• Bending
• Kneeling
• Climbing
• Lifting (50+ pounds)
• Carrying (50+ pounds)
• Driving – Forklift
• Lifting (<50 pounds)
• Carrying (<50 pounds)
• Driving – Automobile / truck / van

Equal Opportunity Employer

Amcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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