Job Description
Job DescriptionThis is a full-time position based Plymouth, Michigan. We offer competitive wages, growth opportunities, and a clean, safe work environment.Come join our team! Hours for this position are typically:2nd Shift: 3:00pm-11:00pm
Hourly Rate: $28-$32
Shift Premiums: $0.50 2nd Shift, $1.25 3rd Shift
WHAT MAKES YOU A GREAT FIT FOR THIS POSITION:
- Previous experience in a maintenance position
- Strong work ethic
- Positive attitude
- Consistent attendance
- Willingness to learn
- Safety minded
Position Summary
We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician with 3–4 years of hands-on experience in injection molding environments. This role is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable production.
Key Responsibilities
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Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on injection molding machines (hydraulic, electric, and/or hybrid)
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Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
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Diagnose mold, press, robot, and auxiliary equipment issues
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Maintain hot runners, chillers, dryers, conveyors, robots, and material handling systems
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Support mold changes, startups, and process adjustments
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Read and interpret electrical schematics, hydraulic diagrams, and mechanical drawings
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Perform root cause analysis on machine downtime and implement corrective actions
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Follow all safety, lockout/tagout, and plant procedures
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Document maintenance activities and parts usage in CMMS
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Collaborate with production, engineering, and tooling teams
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Support continuous improvement and equipment reliability initiatives
Qualifications
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3–4 years of maintenance experience in an injection molding or plastics manufacturing environment (required)
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Strong knowledge of:
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Injection molding presses (e.g., Engel, Arburg, Husky, Nissei, Milacron, etc.)
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Hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical troubleshooting
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Robotics and automation (preferred)
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Ability to read schematics and technical manuals
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Basic PLC troubleshooting (preferred)
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High school diploma or GED required; technical degree or certification a plus
Physical Requirements
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Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
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Stand, walk, bend, and climb during shift
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Work in a manufacturing environment with heat, noise, and moving equipment
What We Offer
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Competitive pay and shift premiums
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Overtime opportunities
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Health, dental, vision, and 401(k)
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Paid time off and holidays
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Career growth and training opportunities
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