Maintenance Technician - Plastic Injection Molding Expert

SURGE Staffing; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 43,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

SURGE Staffing is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair plastic injection molding machines and production equipment in a manufacturing setting. The role focuses on preventive maintenance, diagnosing issues, and minimizing downtime to keep production running smoothly.

The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of industrial maintenance experience, strong troubleshooting skills, and knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical equipment.
• Working knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents, blueprints, and schematics.
• Experience using precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Basic math skills, including fractions, decimals, and measurements.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and established safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain plastic injection molding machines and related production equipment.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance on machinery, motors, conveyors, hydraulic systems, pneumatic tools, and electrical equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical and equipment issues by observing machine operation and identifying the source of problems.
• Repair or replace defective components, including bearings, filters, wiring, valves, gauges, switches, and other machine parts.
• Install, adjust, and replace machine components as needed.
• Assist with machine changeovers, plate changes, and production startups.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, diagrams, and equipment manuals.
• Use precision measuring and testing equipment, including amp meters, electrical meters, and hydraulic gauges.
• Complete maintenance work orders and document repairs, changeover times, and equipment performance.
• Help reduce equipment downtime, production scrap, and quality issues through effective maintenance practices.
• Follow all safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), personal protective equipment (PPE), and 5S housekeeping standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Perform other maintenance-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Reading blueprints

Safety procedures

Hydraulic knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Precision measuring

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Amp meters

Electrical meters

Hydraulic gauges

Job description

SURGE Staffing is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair plastic injection molding machines and production equipment in a manufacturing setting. The role focuses on preventive maintenance, diagnosing issues, and minimizing downtime to keep production running smoothly.

The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of industrial maintenance experience, strong troubleshooting skills, and knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.