Maintenance Technician 3rd Shift

MANN+HUMMEL; Town of Portage (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

MANN+HUMMEL in Portage, NY seeks an experienced Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot, repair, and improve production equipment with a focus on injection molding machines and auxiliary systems.

The role requires strong mechanical and electrical skills, the ability to read schematics, and a dedication to safety and reliability in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Technical training or apprenticeship in maintenance preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years maintenance experience in manufacturing preferred.
• Experience maintaining and troubleshooting injection molding equipment strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair injection molding machines, auxiliary equipment, and systems.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to maximize uptime.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, manuals, and drawings.
• Support mold changeovers and equipment setup as needed.
• Complete maintenance work orders and documentation in CMMS.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality teams to resolve issues.
• Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and improvements.
• Maintain a safe work environment in compliance with policies.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical skills

Root cause analysis

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Technical training/apprenticeship

Tools

PLC systems

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Job description

Role Summary

This role is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining, and improving production equipment with a primary focus on injection molding machines and related auxiliary systems. The ideal candidate will possess strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills and thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Main Tasks

• Troubleshoot and repair injection molding machines, auxiliary equipment, and manufacturing support systems.

• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to maximize equipment uptime and reliability.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Support mold changeovers and equipment setup activities as needed.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, manuals, and technical drawings.
• Troubleshoot motors, drives, sensors, conveyors, pumps, and automated production equipment.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent recurring equipment failures.
• Complete maintenance work orders and documentation accurately within the maintenance management system.
• Partner with production, engineering, and quality teams to resolve equipment-related issues.
• Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on injection molding machines to maximize equipment reliability, uptime, and operational efficiency.
• Maintain a safe work environment and comply with all company safety policies and procedures.

Your Profile

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Technical training, apprenticeship, or vocational education in maintenance-related disciplines preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience maintaining and troubleshooting injection molding equipment strongly preferred.Experience with hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical documentation.
• Basic computer skills required.

Preferred Skills

• Experience supporting injection molding machines
• Knowledge of mold cooling systems, resin handling systems, dryers, and auxiliary equipment.
• PLC troubleshooting experience.Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work around moving manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed to support production requirements.