Maintenance Technician: Precision Molding & Controls

Jasper Acquisition Co LLC; Jasper (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & Holidays: 13–26 days

Medical, Dental, Vision & Life

HSA Contribution: $500

401(k) with company match

Attendance Bonus: $1.00/hour

Job summary

Jasper Rubber Products in Jasper, IN is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform preventive maintenance and repair of rubber mixing and molding equipment. You will ensure equipment reliability, production continuity and safety through troubleshooting to standard electrical and mechanical practices.

The role requires reading schematics, welding as needed, and documenting activities. Training on site with competitive pay and benefits is offered, with first/second shift Monday–Friday and

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of 120/208VAC 3 phase, 277/480VAC 3phase, and low voltage controls.
• Experience with PID temperature controllers, solid state relays, and heaters.
• Strong motor and motor controls troubleshooting including VFDs and soft starts.
• Knowledge of hydraulic pumps, DCVs, pressure switches and check valves.
• Knowledge of PNP/NPN sensors, thermocouples, encoders for low voltage controls.
• Familiar with PLCs and ladder logic; ability to troubleshoot communication.

Responsibilities

• Preventive Maintenance: Executes scheduled maintenance on mixers, extruders, molding presses, conveyors, and hydraulic systems to minimize downtime.
• Troubleshooting & Repairs: Diagnoses mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic issues quickly and accurately.
• Schematics: Read, interpret, and apply electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics.
• Fabrication and Mechanical: Welding and conduit work as needed.
• Equipment Optimization: Suggests and implements improvements to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
• Tooling: Maintain appropriate hand tools and diagnostic equipment.

Skills

Electrical Troubleshooting

PID Temperature Control

Motor Controls & VFDs

Hydraulic & Pneumatic Troubleshooting

Low Voltage Controls

PLC Communication/Ladder Logic

Personal Tools & Toolbox

Education

High School Diploma

Industrial Maintenance Certification

Experience with PLCs

Fanuc Robotics

Rubber/Plastic Molding Machinery

Job description

Jasper Rubber Products in Jasper, IN is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform preventive maintenance and repair of rubber mixing and molding equipment. You will ensure equipment reliability, production continuity and safety through troubleshooting to standard electrical and mechanical practices.

The role requires reading schematics, welding as needed, and documenting activities. Training on site with competitive pay and benefits is offered, with first/second shift Monday–Friday and