Molding Maintenance Technician

ZipRecruiter; Lake Zurich (IL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the outdoor power equipment industry seeks a Molding Maintenance Technician. The role involves maintaining injection molding machines, performing technical repairs, and ensuring machinery efficiency. Benefits include competitive pay, health insurance, and opportunities for growth within a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

11 paid holidays

Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

5% 401K match

Tuition Reimbursement

Yearly Bonus Potential

Advancement opportunities

Climate controlled environment

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in repair and maintenance of injection molding machines.
• Strong knowledge in electrical systems, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Ability to read technical drawings and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs and preventive maintenance on injection molding equipment.
• Ensure optimal machine uptime and manage spare parts inventories.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area according to safety standards.

Skills

High-voltage electrical systems

Hydraulic circuits

Pneumatics

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Tools

Forklift

Scissor lift

Job description

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Job Details

Description

ECHO Incorporated is an industry leader in developing and manufacturing high-performance, professional-grade, handheld outdoor power equipment. With distributors and thousands of dealers across North and South America, ECHO is constantly anticipating the future of the outdoor power equipment industry and the need for environmental sustainability. Working for ECHO means joining a team of people who are committed to collaboration, innovation, creativity, and high-quality products that make us a globally competitive brand.

ECHO Inc. is hiring a Molding Maintenance Technician

1st Shift 6:30am - 3:00pm $33+/HR depending on experience + yearly bonus!

The ideal candidate should be capable of independently handling all maintenance tasks related to injection molding facilities from start to finish, requiring minimal supervision. This encompasses a range of responsibilities, including but not limited to electrical and hydraulic repairs on injection molding machines (IMMs), adding custom inputs/outputs for specialized applications, assembling custom hydraulic hoses, fabricating, and welding custom racks, tables, and workstations, inspecting and exchanging screws and barrels from IMMs, performing basic 24V circuit panel assembly, and managing cooling and other related fixtures.

ECHO's benefits include:

• 11 paid holidays
• Extremely affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid PTO (Paid Time Off)
• 5% 401K match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Yearly Bonus Potential
• Advancement and growth opportunities
• Climate controlled environment - Heat and Air conditioned facility

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Ensure optimal molding utilization (machine uptime) in the department, requiring a comprehensive understanding of all Injection Molding Machines (IMM) and ancillary equipment.
• Responsible for technical preventive maintenance (PM) and work orders, completing tasks with minimal supervision in a safe and efficient manner.
• Carry out necessary repairs promptly and efficiently, following up with corrective actions as needed.
• Execute tasks assigned by departmental supervision and take ownership of projects.
• Address any potential issues or concerns raised from all three shifts in the molding and CNC departments, no matter how minor.
• Assist in managing the organization of spare parts, supplies, and hardware inventories.
• Report supply needs to the molding maintenance supervisor and maintain an organized storage area according to 5-S standards.
• Perform daily housekeeping duties in maintenance areas, adhering to established 5-S and OSHA standards to keep the work environment clean.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in repair and maintenance of IMMs and related equipment is required.
• Strong knowledge of high-voltage electrical systems, electronics (24V panels, robotic hardware, etc.), hydraulic circuits, and pneumatics is essential. Ability to read technical drawings in these areas is necessary.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills are required.
• Commitment to driving continuous improvement within the department.
• additional skills include minor HVAC, welding and fabrication, pipefitting, minor machining, and experience with wiring for single and three-phase equipment up to 480V.
• Must thrive in a fast-paced environment and be on your feet for most of the day.
• Forklift and scissor lift experience is required, with the ability to lift over 50 pounds intermittently.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all applicants.

E-Verification:

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

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