Plastics Molding Maintenance & Automation Specialist

Thogus Injection Molding; Avon Lake (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Thogus Injection Molding in Avon Lake, OH, seeks a hands-on maintenance technician focused on uptime. You will diagnose and repair molding machines, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and automation cells to protect quality and throughput.

You will perform preventive maintenance, inspect equipment, read blueprints, mentor teammates, and ensure safe, reliable operation. This role demands practical electrical/mechanical skills and a proactive approach to continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Hands-on maintenance experience in manufacturing environments.
• Experience with molding machinery and automation equipment.

Responsibilities

• Drive root-cause investigations on molding equipment and automation cells.
• Perform preventive maintenance and targeted repairs across mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic domains.
• Maintain building and facility systems and critical controls supporting operations.
• Document findings and actions for traceability and continuous improvement.
• Train, mentor, and coach technical team members in maintenance practices.
• Adhere to safety regulations and conduct safety inspections.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Pneumatics troubleshooting

Hydraulics troubleshooting

Industrial electrical systems

Blueprint reading

ERP software

Industrial robots

HVAC systems

Injection molding background

Tools

Injection molding machines

Power tools

ERP software

Industrial robots

Job description

Own the UptimeReady to be the go-to specialist who keeps high-output molding and automation assets humming? Step into a role where your diagnostics and hands-on skills directly protect quality, throughput, and safety.Your ImpactDrive root-cause investigations on suspect manufacturing equipment (molding machines, material handling, automation cells, robotics).Execute preventive maintenance and targeted repairs across mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic domains.Maintain building and facility systems, including critical controls supporting manufacturing operations.Core ResponsibilitiesApply Plan-Do-Check-Act to troubleshoot on the floor and implement durable fixes.Inspect visually and by sound to isolate malfunctions; dismantle equipment as needed to access failures.Measure components to verify wear/misalignment; replace defective drive or hydraulic elements.Identify damaged pneumatic/hydraulic piping; measure, cut, thread, and install new lines.Start/restart equipment post-repair to validate the outcome and reduce downtime before release to production.Perform routine and preventive maintenance on machines, auxiliary systems, automation cells, and facility assets.Adhere to safety regulations; complete safety inspections on equipment and the facility; recommend mitigations for human and equipment risks.Document findings and actions during PMs and repairs for traceability and continuous improvement.Assist with maintenance tasks related to tooling and production equipment readiness.Train, mentor, and coach technical team members in maintenance and repair practices.Model dependable attendance—present, punctual, and prepared—and support other responsibilities that advance organizational success.What You Need to SucceedMechanical troubleshooting skillPneumatics experience and troubleshootingHydraulics experienceIndustrial electrical systems knowledge and hands-on abilityHydraulic systems and components proficiencyInjection molding backgroundBlueprint reading capabilityTech in Your ToolboxHVAC systemsInjection molding machines: Toshiba, Arburg, Engel, Nissei, SumitomoPower toolsERP softwareIndustrial robotsThis is a hands-on, results-first position for a technician who takes pride in measurable uptime and safer, more reliable equipment.