Maintenance Technician

WESTERN DIVERSIFIED PLASTICS; Antwerp Township (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Medical, dental, and vision coverage (

Paid life insurance and disability

Employee Assistance Program

Excellent company culture

Job summary

Western Diversified Plastics in Mattawan, Michigan is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Technician to keep our injection molding lines running smoothly. You will troubleshoot machines, load systems, and robotic pickers, ensuring peak performance in a fast-paced automotive plastics environment.

Applicants should have 7+ years of machinery maintenance experience, electrical safety training, and proven ability to work with electrical and hydraulic diagrams.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in machinery maintenance.
• Experience in an injection molding facility required.
• Education: High School Diploma or GED; electrical safety training.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and troubleshooting on injection molding machines, material loading systems, and traversing robots/sprue pickers.
• Maintain and troubleshoot auxiliary equipment such as grinders, temperature control units, dryers, conveyors, air compressors, chillers, and cooling towers.
• Conduct preventive maintenance (PMs) on machines and equipment as required.
• Train and develop Preventative Maintenance Mechanics and Machine Mechanics.
• Complete paperwork and documentation related to maintenance activities.
• Collaborate with Superintendents and Plant Management to schedule machine repairs efficiently.
• Take on additional duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical prints

Hydraulic prints

Hand tools

Power tools

Diagnostic equipment

Welding

Turning

Milling

Grinding

Math skills

Physical stamina

Team player

Willingness to learn

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Electrical safety training

Tools

Grinders

Temperature control units

Conveyors

Air compressors

Chillers

Cooling towers

Calipers

Job description

Join Our Team as a Maintenance Technician!Are you a skilled Maintenance Technician looking for your next challenge? Join a team of talented Maintenance Technicians at a leading-edge plastics injection molding manufacturer! At our company, we don’t just maintain machines—we fuel innovation. You’ll work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where your technical expertise and problem-solving skills will make a real impact.At WDP, we are at the forefront of transforming engineering concepts into the automotive marvels of tomorrow. Located in Mattawan, Michigan, WDP is committed to providing innovative, reliable, and safe solutions to our customers in the automotive industry.What you will receive:Competitive WagesExcellent medical, dental, and vision coverage (available on your first day of employment)Paid life insurance and disability assistanceEmployee Assistance ProgramExcellent company cultureKey Responsibilities:As a Maintenance Technician, you will:Perform maintenance and troubleshooting on injection molding machines, material loading systems, and traversing robots/sprue pickers.Maintain and troubleshoot auxiliary equipment such as grinders, temperature control units, dryers, conveyors, air compressors, chillers, and cooling towers.Conduct preventive maintenance (PMs) on machines and equipment as required.Train and develop Preventative Maintenance Mechanics and Machine Mechanics.Complete paperwork and documentation related to maintenance activities.Collaborate with Superintendents and Plant Management to schedule machine repairs efficiently.Take on additional duties as assigned by management.Required Knowledge & SkillsWe’re seeking a skilled and motivated Maintenance Technician who brings:Strong mechanical skills and the ability to troubleshoot and solve problems.Experience reading electrical and hydraulic prints.Proficiency with tools, including hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment.Knowledge of welding, turning, milling, and grinding.Basic math skills and the ability to work with different units of measurement (inches, millimeters, gallons, liters).Physical readiness to lift heavy objects, work at heights, and handle demanding tasks.A willingness to learn and adapt to new skills and equipment.A team-oriented mindset, strong work ethic, and positive attitude.Education and Experience RequirementsTo be successful in this role, the Maintenance Technician must have:A High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).7+ years of experience in machinery maintenance.Demonstrated training in electrical safety.Experience working in an injection molding facility (required).Experience in a fast-paced, automotive manufacturing environment (preferred).Western Diversified Plastics is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance or an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact Human Resources at 269-668-4600. Requests will be kept confidential and handled in accordance with applicable laws.Western Diversified Plastics participates in E-Verify to confirm work authorization. For more information, visit www.e-verify.gov.