Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Laitram LLC; Harahan (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Laitram LLC is seeking a Mold Technician to keep production molds ready to run, coordinate shift handoffs, and troubleshoot mold issues. The role requires reading blueprints, operating cranes and forklifts, and maintaining precise attention to detail.

Responsibilities include inspecting components, prioritizing mold-related tasks, and communicating effectively to coordinate work orders on a 12-hour shift at the facility. Ability to lift up to 64 pounds and stand for long periods is required.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of mechanical systems.
• Able to read blue prints and schematics.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail in a manufacturing environment.
• Must be able to stand for long periods and lift up to 64 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Keep production molds in a ready-to-run state.
• Receive information from the previous shift for a smooth transition.
• Troubleshoot and predict mechanical issues in molds.
• Inspect components for defects (old and new).
• Identify and prioritize mold-related work, both planned and unplanned.
• Communicate clearly via email, radio, and comments on work orders.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Blueprint reading

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Responsibilities

• Keeping production molds in a ready to run state.
• Receiving information from the previous shift and ensuring a smooth transition.
• Troubleshooting and predicting mechanical and performance issues in our molds.
• Inspecting and analyzing critical components both old and new for defects.
• Identify and prioritize planned and unplanned work related to molds, focusing on the highest-priority tasks.
• Effectively communicate via email, radio, and comments on work orders to coordinate tasks and share critical information.
• Fabricate new hydraulic shafts and hoses as needed It is essential that this position be performed at the facility.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Familiarity with reading blue prints and schematics.
• Required to work a 12 hour shift. (days and nights as needed).
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to become proficient in operating cranes and forklifts.
• Pneumatic, hydraulic and electrical knowledge a plus.
• Effective communication (verbal and written)
• Strong attention to detail.
• Must be able to perform the essential job requirements identified in the Functional Job Description for this position, including the ability to lift 64 pounds.

Desired Qualifications

• Mold Making or Injection Mold processing experience or training CAD/CAM/CNC experience or training Machining and/or Mechanical experience
• Experience working with Mills and lathes
• Previous experience troubleshooting tooling problems and repairs.
• Minimum of (3) years of hands-on technical experience with a proven work history.
• Previous manufacturing, machine shop, injection molding or plastics experience.