Maintenance Mold/Setup Technician- Up to $33.50/hr

Pretium Packaging; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 68,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Pretium Packaging seeks a Manufacturing Maintenance Mold/Setup Technician to prepare, install, and calibrate molds and tooling for plastic extrusion or blow molding lines. You will troubleshoot issues, adjust process parameters, and maintain quality while supporting shift handoffs.

Ideal candidates bring 3–5+ years in blow molding, strong mechanical troubleshooting, ability to lift molds, and familiarity with CMMS maintenance scheduling.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years in a manufacturing environment, blow molding preferred.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to lift molds and perform manual tasks.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
• Familiarity with CMMS and preventive maintenance scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Mold maintenance including cleaning, polishing, and lubricating molds and components.
• Install, align, and remove molds for production and changeovers.
• Set up blow molding equipment and adjust temperatures and settings.
• Identify and fix production issues to minimize downtime.
• Record production data, downtime, and material usage.
• Provide technical training to team members and support shift handoffs.

Skills

Mold maintenance

Mold installation

Changeovers

Troubleshooting

Blueprints reading

CMMS familiarity

Manual handling

Tools

CMMS MaintainX

Job description

Our Mission

Pretium is dedicated to keeping production running at its best—because every product we make impacts lives. Our team believes in precision, safety, and innovation, ensuring that every machine, process, and system operates at peak performance. We take pride in a culture where craftsmanship meets problem-solving, and where every team member plays a vital role in delivering quality to our customers.

Day Shift

Pretium is dedicated to keeping production running at its best—because every product we make impacts lives. Our team believes in precision, safety, and innovation, ensuring that every machine, process, and system operates at peak performance. We take pride in a culture where craftsmanship meets problem-solving, and where every team member plays a vital role in delivering quality to our customers.

The Impact You’ll Make

As a Manufacturing Maintenance Mold/Setup Technician, you’ll be the go-to expert that prepares, installs, and calibrates molds, tooling, and auxiliary equipment for plastic extrusion or injection blow molding machines. You will troubleshoot production issues, adjust machine parameters (temperature, pressure, etc.), and ensure quality standards. From cleaning molds to changing over and troubleshooting complex machinery, you’ll be the backbone of our manufacturing success.

What You’ll Do

• Mold Maintenance,including but not limited to cleaning, polishing, and lubricating molds, pins, locking rings, and cores to remove flash, plastic buildup, and debris.
• Installing, aligning, and removing molds for production, including changeovers and changing accessory devices.
• Setting up blow molding equipment, adjusting temperatures, parison programming, and blow pin settings.
• Identifying and fixing production issues (e.g., flash, thin walls, uneven distribution) to minimize quality downtime.
• Adjusting machine settings (pressure, timing) to meet quality standards and production speeds.
• Inspecting and weighing finished products to ensure specifications are met. along with proficiency in using precision measuring tools.
• Performing minor mechanical repairs and routine maintenance on molds and machinery.
• Recording production data, downtime, and material usage.
• Provide technical expertise and training to maintenance and Setup team members to enhance their skills and knowledge.
• Collaborate with maintenance, production, and quality teams to minimize downtime and optimize machine performance.
• Ensure that proper hand-off at the end of shift to production and scheduling.
• Ensure end of shift reports are maintained and properly filled out.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs and update equipment records in our CMMS (MaintainX).
• Assist in equipment installations, upgrades, and process improvements.
• Able to effectively communicate any issues to all team members as well as to operational team.
• Follow all safety protocols including LOTO, GMP, and PPE policies and contribute to a culture of workplace safety.

What You’ll Bring

• 3 – 5 + years of experience in a manufacturing environment, specifically with blow molding machinery.
• Strong troubleshooting skills in mechanical.
• Ability to lift molds and perform manual tasks (bending, twisting, climbing).
• Ability to use hand tools and perform mechanical troubleshooting.
• Understanding of plastics, polymer materials, and hydraulic/pneumatic systems.
• Proficient in reading technical manuals, blueprints and schematics.
• Ability to detect quality flaws and maintain precision settings.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
• Familiarity with CMMS software and preventive maintenance scheduling.
• A proactive mindset and the ability to work independently and or as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed.

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Competitive pay with overtime opportunities. Up to $33.50/hr depending on experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and 10 paid holidays annually.
• A supportive team environment where your expertise is valued and your ideas are heard.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

Join Us

If you’re ready to keep our machines—and our mission—running strong, send us your resume. Let’s build something great together.

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You Should Be Proficient In

• Plastic Extrusion Experience
• Tool/Die/Mold Setup Experience

Machines & Technologies You'll Use

• Injection Molding Machine
• Blow Molding Machine