Maintenance Technician

Plastic Molding Manufacturing; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 38,572 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) with company match

Employee Referral Bonuses

Job summary

Plastic Molding Manufacturing in South Bend, IN is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform maintenance and repair on all plastic injection molding machinery. The ideal candidate will have experience in plastic injection molding maintenance and a strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems.

This full-time role offers on-site work, a competitive hourly wage of $28 - $30, and a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, and 401(k) with company match.

Qualifications

• Prior plastic injection molding maintenance experience is required.
• Ability to read blueprints and maintain accurate records.
• Understanding of auxiliary, electrical, and hydraulic equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair on plastic injection molding machinery.
• Troubleshoot and inspect mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance according to specifications.

Skills

Plastic injection molding maintenance experience

Ability to follow established procedures

Understanding of electrical and hydraulic equipment

Communication in English

Job description

Since 1968, Plastic Molding Manufacturing (PMM) has been an owner-operated leader in American-made innovation and quality. We focus on plastics molding development, thin and thick wall molding, tight tolerance molding, part joining and assembly. We proudly serve a number of markets including Industrial, Medical, Electronics, Defense, Transportation and Consumer. With over 100 presses across our four state‑of‑the‑art facilities in MA, CT, PA, and IN, we’re committed to strengthening U.S. manufacturing by delivering exceptional production, employment, and economic opportunities nationwide.

Join us at PMM, where tradition meets innovation, and community and customer service are one and the same.

Job Information

• Position: Maintenance Technician (Plastic Injection Molding)
• Location: South Bend, IN (On-Site)
• Schedule: Monday to Friday
• Compensation: $28 - $30/hr (Dependent on Experience)
• Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire

Position Summary

This role is responsible for performing maintenance and repair on all plastic injection molding machinery and equipment including robots, chillers, thermolators and hot running systems.

Essential Functions

• Repairing, troubleshooting, and inspecting all mechanical, electrical, electro‑mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment.
• Performing preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance on machines and robots according to specifications.
• Regularly checking heater bands, rings and pulling screws / barrels.
• Safely utilizing the proper equipment to access jobs to both remove and install parts.

Ideal Candidate Experience

• Prior plastic injection molding maintenance experience (required).
• Ability to follow established procedures, read blueprints and maintain accurate records.
• Understanding of auxiliary, electrical, and hydraulic equipment, robots and machines.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.

Physical Demands of Position

• Ability to work in loud manufacturing environment.
• Occasional need to bend, squat, climb, grasp, reach, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Frequent walking / standing.

Company Benefits

• Paid Time Off including holidays and vacation.
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• 2 Health Plan Options – One with fully reimbursed deductible!
• Flexible Spending Account.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Company provided group life insurance and AD&D.
• Company provided short-term disability coverage.
• Optional long-term disability coverage.
• Employee Referral Bonuses.

Note

• This description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
• Pre‑employment background checks are required for all applicants who accept an offer. Offers are contingent upon a report which is acceptable to the company.
• The company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.