Mold & Machinery Tech (Injection/Compression, 12-hour Shifts)

VetJobs; New Castle (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

401K match

Paid holidays

Paid vacations

Job summary

VetJobs is seeking aMaintenance Technician in New Castle, PA to support a 12-hour shift. You will work with seasoned technicians on injection and compression molding equipment, diagnose jams, restart lines, and perform minor repairs to keep production running smoothly.

Minimum education is High School/GED. Strong mechanical abilities and manufacturing experience are required; injection/molding experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical abilities and experience in auto/truck mechanics.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience with injection/compression molding is a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and maintenance instructions.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in work.

Responsibilities

• Work with a team of seasoned Maintenance Technicians to provide guidance and training.
• Diagnose and repair injection and compression molding machines; clear jams and restart lines.
• Perform minor repairs to ensure operational efficiency on a 12-hour shift, covering hydraulics, basic electrical, and conveyors.
• Independently recognize and adjust machinery to maintain efficiency and minimize non-conformances.
• Monitor materials and ensure correct quantities throughout the shift.
• Minimize scrap and machine downtime during color changes.

Skills

Strong mechanical abilities

Troubleshooting machines

Maintenance experience

Attention to detail

Education

High School/GED

Job description

VetJobs is seeking aMaintenance Technician in New Castle, PA to support a 12-hour shift. You will work with seasoned technicians on injection and compression molding equipment, diagnose jams, restart lines, and perform minor repairs to keep production running smoothly.

Minimum education is High School/GED. Strong mechanical abilities and manufacturing experience are required; injection/molding experience is a plus.