Manufacturing Maintenance Mold/Setup Technician- A Shift 6:00am - 6:00pm

PRETIUM; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Overtime opportunities

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Pretium Packaging in Bethlehem, PA is seeking a Manufacturing Maintenance Mold/Setup Technician to keep blow molding lines running smoothly. You will prepare, install, and calibrate molds and tooling, troubleshoot issues, and adjust machine parameters to meet quality and production targets.

The role requires 3–5+ years in manufacturing with blow molding, strong mechanical troubleshooting, ability to lift molds, read manuals and schematics, and CMMS experience.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment with blow molding machinery.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Able to lift molds and perform manual tasks.
• Proficient with hand tools and mechanical troubleshooting.
• Understanding of plastics and hydraulic/pneumatic systems.
• Able to read technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
• Familiar with CMMS software and preventive maintenance scheduling.
• Proactive, independent worker or team player.
• Flexibility to work overtime.

Responsibilities

• Mold maintenance, cleaning, polishing, lubrication to remove flash and debris.
• Install, align, and remove molds; handle changeovers.
• Set up blow molding equipment; adjust temperatures and parison programming.
• Identify and fix production issues to minimize downtime.
• Adjust machine settings to meet quality standards and speeds.
• Inspect and weigh finished products to meet specs.
• Perform minor mechanical repairs and routine maintenance.
• Record production data, downtime, and material usage.
• Provide technical training to maintenance and setup teams.
• Collaborate with maintenance, production, quality to minimize downtime.
• Ensure proper shift handoffs and end-of-shift reports.
• Maintain maintenance logs in CMMS; update equipment records.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Blueprints & Schematics Reading

Mechanical Aptitude

Teamwork / Collaboration

Safety Compliance

Tools

CMMS MaintainX

Hand Tools

Measuring Tools

Job description

Posting Details

• Posted on October 8, 2026

Locations

• Showing 1 location Pretium Packaging
  1995 Highland Ave
  Bethlehem, PA 18020, USA
• On-site
• Maintenance
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: MANUF003265

Description

Day Shift:

Our Mission

Pretium is dedicated to keeping production running at its best—because every product we make impacts lives. Our team believes in precision, safety, and innovation, ensuring that every machine, process, and system operates at peak performance. We take pride in a culture where craftsmanship meets problem-solving, and where every team member plays a vital role in delivering quality to our customers.

The Impact You'll Make

As a Manufacturing Maintenance Mold/Setup Technician, you’ll be the go‑to expert that prepares, installs, and calibrates molds, tooling, and auxiliary equipment for plastic extrusion or injection blow molding machines. You will troubleshoot production issues, adjust machine parameters (temperature, pressure, etc.), and ensure quality standards. From cleaning molds to changing over and troubleshooting complex machinery, you’ll be the backbone of our manufacturing success.

What You'll Do

• Mold Maintenance, including but not limited to cleaning, polishing, and lubricating molds, pins, locking rings, and cores to remove flash, plastic buildup, and debris.

• Installing, aligning, and removing molds for production, including changeovers and changing accessory devices.
• Setting up blow molding equipment, adjusting temperatures, parison programming, and blow pin settings.
• Identifying and fixing production issues (e.g., flash, thin walls, uneven distribution) to minimize quality downtime.
• Adjusting machine settings (pressure, timing) to meet quality standards and production speeds.
• Inspecting and weighing finished products to ensure specifications are met. along with proficiency in using precision measuring tools.
• Performing minor mechanical repairs and routine maintenance on molds and machinery.
• Recording production data, downtime, and material usage.
• Provide technical expertise and training to maintenance and Setup team members to enhance their skills and knowledge.

• Collaborate with maintenance, production, and quality teams to minimize downtime and optimize machine performance.
• Ensure that proper hand-off at the end of shift to production and scheduling.
• Ensure end of shift reports are maintained and properly filled out.

• Maintain accurate maintenance logs and update equipment records in our CMMS (MaintainX).

• Assist in equipment installations, upgrades, and process improvements.
• Able to effectively communicate any issues to all team members as well as to operational team.

• Follow all safety protocols including LOTO, GMP, and PPE policies and contribute to a culture of workplace safety.

What You’ll Bring

• 3 – 5 + years of experience in a manufacturing environment, specifically with blow molding machinery.
• Strong troubleshooting skills in mechanical.
• Ability to lift molds and perform manual tasks (bending, twisting, climbing).
• Ability to use hand tools and perform mechanical troubleshooting.
• Understanding of plastics, polymer materials, and hydraulic/pneumatic systems.
• Proficient in reading technical manuals, blueprints and schematics.
• Ability to detect quality flaws and maintain precision settings.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
• Familiarity with CMMS software and preventive maintenance scheduling.
• A proactive mindset and the ability to work independently and or as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed.

Why You'll Love It Here

• Competitive pay with overtime opportunities.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and 10 paid holidays annually.
• A supportive team environment where your expertise is valued and your ideas are heard.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

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