Manufacturing Maintenance Techinician

georgfischer; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgfischer in Little Rock, AR, is seeking a Manufacturing Technician to support injection molding operations. The role involves starting and shutting down machines, assembling molds, and setting up tooling for robotic part removal.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and 2–5 years of semi-skilled manufacturing experience, plus basic technical training. Applicants must be able to read technical manuals and work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 2–5 years of manufacturing experience in a semi-skilled position is preferred.
• Completion of Company provided Basic Technical Training Course within 18 months.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, high-change environment.

Responsibilities

• Starts and shuts down injection molding machines.
• Troubleshoots injection molding machines.
• Assembles injection molds from start to finish for production runs.
• Removes and installs plastic injection molds of varying sizes and complexities in molding machines according to work order specifications.
• Sets up End of Arm tooling for robotic part removal.
• Ensures proper materials are used at each machine by managing raw molding materials ensuring traceability and preventing contamination.
• Provides molded components in a timely manner to ensure production schedules are met.
• Maintains set-up records on tools, preventative maintenance and run profiles.
• Troubleshoots and makes repairs to Electrical, Mechanical, Hydraulic, Pneumatic Systems to a minimum of 120v unassisted and up to 480v assisted.
• Performs minor repairs to plumbing systems.
• Performs Preventive Maintenance on all equipment in assigned areas.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Electrical basics

Troubleshooting

Read manuals

CMMS experience

Spreadsheets

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Independent worker

Education

High school diploma or GED

Basic Technical Training within 18 months

Tools

CMMS

Spreadsheet software

Job description

• Starts and shuts down injection molding machines.
• Troubleshoots injection molding machines.
• Assembles injection molds from start to finish for production runs.
• Removes and installs plastic injection molds of varying sizes and complexities in molding machines according to work order specifications.
• Sets up End of Arm tooling for robotic part removal.
• Ensures proper materials are used at each machine by managing raw molding materials ensuring traceability and preventing contamination.
• Provides molded components in a timely manner to ensure production schedules are met.
• Maintains set-up records on tools, preventative maintenance and run profiles.
• Troubleshoots and makes repairs to Electrical, Mechanical, Hydraulic, Pneumatic Systems to a minimum of 120v unassisted and up to 480v assisted.
• Performs minor repairs to plumbing systems.
• Performs Preventive Maintenance on all equipment in assigned areas.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Basic understanding of Electrical systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair systems using LOTO procedures.
• Ability to read and comprehend Technical Manuals for various types of manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to use CMMS, e-Mail, and various spreadsheet applications.
• Basic mechanical aptitude or interest in working with machinery.
• Good problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow processes and procedures.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Familiarity with determining necessary tool accuracy to be appropriate with given tolerances.
• Strong understanding of and ability to apply measurement methods to inspection and/or testing.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two (2) to five (5) years Manufacturing experience in a semi-skilled position preferred.
• Completion of Company provided Basic Technical Training Course within 18 months.
• Experience working in fast pace, high change environment.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:

• Exposure to machine noise.
• Typical office/factory environment with possibility of exposure to heat in production area.
• Working conditions are normal for a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Work may involve lifting of materials and product up to 50 pounds and working in and around heavy equipment.
• Working in this environment requires the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to, eye safety glasses, hearing protectors, and work boots.
• This role may require walking in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing environment.