Plastic Injection Molding Maintenance Tech

Manpower
Auburn Hills, MI

Manufacturing
Full-time
plastic injection molding maintenance
injection press technician
PLC troubleshooting

Our job summary

Maintenance technician role supporting plastic injection molding production by performing mechanical and electrical repairs, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting PLC-controlled equipment, and auxiliary plant systems. Requires trade school certification, ~5 years of experience with injection molding machinery, hydraulics, pneumatics, PLCs (Allen-Bradley or Siemens), blueprint/schematic reading, and LOTO competency. Second-shift position in Auburn Hills, MI with competitive pay, benefits, and union environment.

Plastic Injection Maintenance Technician Wanted

Our client is seeking a Plastic Injection Molding Maintenance Technician to join their team. As a Maintenance Technician you will assist routine maintenance and repair of production equipment.

Job Title: Maintenance Technician -Plastic Injection
Location: Auburn Hills, MI
Pay Range: $35.97
Shifts: 2nd shift 3 pm to 11:10 pm

What’s the Job?

Independently modify, repair, install, maintain, improve and troubleshoots various types of injection press & axillary equipment
Diagnose mechanical problems and provide quick, innovative solutions for mechanical equipment breakdowns by applying proven skills in the principles of mechanics, fitting, retrofitting, plumbing, basic welding, metal work, troubleshooting and analytical problem solving
Diagnose electrical faults and failures and trouble shoot solutions by performing control system analysis and interpretation of PLC ladder logic diagrams to solve problems
Fix and maintain plant equipment including air compressors, chillers, water towers, and fire systems
Support the timely and effective line handover between shifts, including the completion of proper documentation and accurate briefing on progress/issues within the Maintenance team and Production Supervisors
Independently conduct PM activities according to PM program schedules and standards
Train others to handle equipment changeover, set up, take down
Recommend and implement solutions to both routine and unique equipment problems, including fabricating or modification of alternate components as needed.
Respond to equipment problems in a timely and customer oriented manner
Solve problems independently as per standard guidelines and procedures, as well as developing new procedures as needed to address non-routine and complex issues
Maintain high standards of organization and general housekeeping
Integrate all plant, quality, safety, and security policies and guidelines into all day to day activities on the job

What’s Needed?

Trade school certification or accreditation
5 years’ experience maintaining electrical and mechanical systems and equipment. Plastic injection molding.
PLC experience with AB PLC-5 or Seimens
Trained in hydraulics or 5 years’ relevant experience
Trained in pneumatics or 5 years’ relevant experience
Skilled in lockout tagout
Written skills for document completion and use
Must be able to read blueprints and schematics and technical sketches
Literate in Microsoft Office Suite
What’s it in for me?
Competitive Pay Rate
Excellent benefits and Union facility.
Great working environment

If this is a role that interests you and you’d like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

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