Maintenance Technician (Plastic Injection Molding)

HW Staffing Solutions; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 77,366,016 - 91,693,056; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

401(k) with Company Match

Company-Provided Group Life Insurance

AD&D

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Employee Referral Bonuses

Job summary

HW Staffing Solutions in Lancaster, PA is seeking a Maintenance Technician (Plastic Injection Molding) to maintain, repair and troubleshoot molding machinery and related equipment on-site. The role requires handling robots, chillers, thermolators, and hot runner systems to ensure optimal production performance.

Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 3 years of experience in plastic injection molding maintenance, a solid understanding of electrical, hydraulic, and robotic systems, the ability to

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in plastic injection molding maintenance.
• Strong understanding of auxiliary, electrical, and hydraulic equipment, robots, and related systems.
• Ability to read blueprints, follow established procedures, and maintain accurate documentation.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, electrical, electro-mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment.
• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on molding machines and robotics according to specifications.
• Regularly check and maintain heater bands, rings, screws, and barrels.
• Safely operate appropriate tools and equipment to remove, repair, and install parts.
• Maintain accurate maintenance and service records.
• Adhere to all company safety protocols and procedures.

Skills

Plastic injection molding maintenance

Blueprint reading

English communication

Tools

Robotics systems

Job description

Position Title: Maintenance Technician (Plastic Injection Molding)

Location: Lancaster, PA (On-Site)

Schedule: Monday to Friday (Based on Business Needs)

Compensation: $27.00 – $32.00 per hour (Dependent on Experience)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

The Maintenance Technician (Plastic Injection Molding) is responsible for maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting plastic injection molding machinery and associated equipment, including robots, chillers, thermolators, and hot runner systems. This role ensures optimal equipment performance and supports the overall production process through effective preventive and corrective maintenance.

Essential Functions

• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, electrical, electro-mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment.
• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on molding machines and robotics according to specifications.
• Regularly check and maintain heater bands, rings, screws, and barrels.
• Safely operate appropriate tools and equipment to remove, repair, and install parts.
• Maintain accurate maintenance and service records.
• Adhere to all company safety protocols and procedures.

Ideal Candidate Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in plastic injection molding maintenance (required).
• Strong understanding of auxiliary, electrical, and hydraulic equipment, robots, and related systems.
• Ability to read blueprints, follow established procedures, and maintain accurate documentation.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills in English.

Company Benefits

• Paid Time Off (including holidays and vacation).
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Two Health Plan Options - one with a fully reimbursed deductible.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• 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.