Maintenance Technician

Monoflo Molding International; Ottawa (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Health, dental and vision insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Holiday schedule and Christmas break

Job summary

Monoflo Molding International is seeking a Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot and repair injection molding machines, robots, and auxiliary equipment. You will diagnose hydraulic, pneumatic, and servo systems, read schematics and blueprints, and coordinate parts and vendor support to minimize downtime.

You will also train production technicians, maintain asset history, and support after-hours needs, contributing to KPI targets for machine utilization.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of maintenance experience with plastic injection molding equipment.
• Strong ability to diagnose and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, and servo systems.
• Proficient reading of hydraulic/pneumatic schematics and mechanical blueprints.
• Solid computer usage for data collection and analysis; clear written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work independently with good judgment; after-hours remote support available.

Responsibilities

• Reduce downtime via root cause analysis and efficient troubleshooting.
• Diagnose and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, and servo systems.
• Read and interpret schematics and blueprints for maintenance tasks.
• Monitor machine performance to meet KPI targets for utilization.
• Schedule PM and repairs within production timelines.
• Coordinate vendor visits and parts purchases; work with service vendors on frequencies.
• Maintain asset inventory and MRPO work history; manage requisitions and POs.
• Perform building maintenance as needed; operate forklift, crane, and aerial lifts.
• Train production techs on processing, machine controls, and automation.
• Troubleshoot molding process parameters causing defects; use manuals for diagnosis.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Root cause analysis

Problem-solving

Communication

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Tools

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Servo controls

Forklift operation

Crane operation

Aerial lifts

Job description

DescriptionThe Maintenance Technician is responsible for troubleshooting and repairing injection molding machines, robots, auxiliary equipment, and other equipment throughout the facility. This includes providing remote support to technicians, contacting with vendors, and coordinating parts purchases to achieve target utilization in production.Essential Duties and Responsibilities**: **Reduce production downtime through the use of efficient and effective root cause analysis, demonstrating critical thinking skills and the ability to find informationDiagnose and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, servo controlsRead pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical schematics, mechanical blueprintsMonitor and maintain machine performance to achieve KPIs for utilizationSchedule machine and equipment PM / repairs within the production scheduleContact and coordinate vendor visits for machine and facility needsWork directly with facility service vendors on scheduled frequenciesPerform building maintenance tasks as neededIssue requisitions and receive PO at completion of serviceMaintain asset inventory and work history in MRPOpen and identify parts received to packing slip following receiving processesQuote, order, and stock all machine and facility partsCoordinate returns of incorrect parts, warranty parts, and parts for rebuildEvaluate and follow up on work orders submitted by productionPerform hazard assessments and repair findingsProvide process and maintenance after-hour / weekend support to productionNavigate equipment controllers for machines, robots, and other equipmentTroubleshoot molding process parameters causing molding defectsTrain production technicians in processing, machine controls, and automationUtilize equipment manuals to diagnose and maintain equipmentOperate forklift, crane, and aerial lifts within the production spaceQualifications:Minimum 5 years' experience in Maintenance working with plastic injection molding machinesKnowledge of injection molding machine processes and parametersExcellent problem-solving skills and use of various tools to locate informationExperience diagnosing fluid systems (hydraulic and air)Utilize computers and data systems to compile/analyze informationClear verbal and written communication requiredAttention to detail with adequate sense of urgency to improve utilizationAbility to work independently and demonstrate good judgementAvailability to provide remote support after-hour and weekendsComprehensive Benefits & Perks:Financial Wellness: 401(k) retirement plan with company match and annual/quarterly bonus opportunities.Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance.Security: Short-term and long-term disability insurance.Optional Extras: Employee-paid voluntary life insurance and supplemental benefits.Time Off: Competitive PTO, paid holidays, and a company-paid Christmas shutdown.Unique Perks:- Raffles for concerts, sports, and entertainment tickets.Locally sourced prize raffles.Who we are:Monoflo International, Inc. stands as a prominent provider of innovative and eco-friendly business-to-business reusable packaging solutions. Since our inception in 1973, we've remained a family-owned and operated enterprise, steadily advancing as a premier manufacturer of plastic, reusable transport packaging solutions. While our product range is diverse, our core focus remains unwavering: harnessing cutting-edge technology to produce top-tier products that facilitate seamless product transportation for our clients.We empower our employees to steer their career trajectories, fostering an environment where dedication and excellence are duly recognized and rewarded with avenues for growth. While collaboration is central to our ethos, we emphasize individual accountability and ownership as fundamental drivers of success within our organization.