Available Jobs in Maintenance

A contract medical plastic injection molding company is searching for a hands-on Maintenance Technician to fill a plastic injection molding machine troubleshooting position. The Maintenance Technician will be responsible for the increasing the operational uptime of the facility and systems through an expanded Preventative Maintenance program.

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Monitor and maintain preventative maintenance program.
• Repair, adjust, maintain and re-assemble machines, mechanical and hydraulic equipment.
• Troubleshoot primary and secondary manufacturing equipment
• Troubleshoot, repair and fabricate production equipment; welding, cutting, assembly, painting, finishing.
• Troubleshoot and repair a variety of Injection Molding and Auxiliary support equipment, including but not limited to: Arburg, Van Dorn and Toyo Injection Molding Machines
• Ultrasonic Welders
• Multi-axis Industrial Robots
• Install and qualify above equipment as necessary
• Support and improve the Preventative Maintenance (PM) program
• Continuing education to update and expand skill set
• Document custom equipment and modifications
• Specify and order replacement components to maintain spare parts inventory
• Communicate with multiple departments in a professional, positive, team-oriented manner
• Operate a personal computer, utilizing the Microsoft Office Suite.
• QUALIFICATIONS:
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Education in electrical and hydraulic training preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience to include maintaining injection molding machines.
• Hydraulic and Electrical proficiency.
• AS in electronics preferred.
• ISO experience preferred.
• Good troubleshooting and mechanical skills with ability to read blueprints.
• Strong background in hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical and robotics.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations.
• Valid driver’s license

In addition to a hourly rate in the $24 to $29 range the company offers competitive benefits and relocation assistance.

A plastic injection molding contract manufacturing company wants to hire an Automation Technician to support the manufacturing operations to ensure equipment and processes are operating at high efficiencies.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Troubleshoot and maintain custom electromechanical equipment, automated work cells, vision systems and multi axis robotics.
• Create and de-bug PLC programs with varying levels of complexity.
• Initiate and complete technical activities leading to new improved production processes, as well as manage several small and large scale projects simultaneously.
• Troubleshoot and maintain custom electromechanical equipment, automated work cells, vision systems and multi axis robotics.
• Create and de-bug PLC programs with varying levels of complexity.
• Initiate and complete technical activities leading to new improved production processes, as well as manage several small and large scale projects simultaneously.
• Must be able to program and operate robotic cell and train accordingly.
• Will provide technical assistance and guidance to other robotic operators.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Associates Degree or equivalent in one of the following: controls, electronics, mechatronics or automation, with a minimum of 5 years of related work experience.
• A High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Knowledge of PLC programming, set-up of Cartesian, 6 axis, and SCARA robots.
• Self-motivated to adapt to changes in a fast paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle multiple competing tasks and demands.
• Ability to exercise strong judgment in analyzing, evaluating and solving problems.
• Good technical communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work effectively with a team as well as the ability to work independently as needed to support the group effort.
• Computer proficiency.
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English.

In addition to an hourly rate in $25 to $30 range the company offers competitive benefits and relocation assistance.

A company manufacturing plastic closures incorporating tamper evidence, sealing features, pouring features, etc. wants to hire a Night Shift Production Supervisor.  The Production Shift Supervisor is needed as a result of continued growth.

The key responsibilities for the Production Shift Supervisor are:

• Ensuring that all work undertaken or supervised is carried out safely and without injury.
• Initiating corrective action for product non-conformance.
• Constantly monitoring shift output to ensure attainment of schedule and customer delivery targets are met.
• Ensuring that shift production is achieving quality standards through personal inspection and quality assurance reports.
• Ensuring quality procedures are being followed at all times.
• Administering plant rules and policies in a fair and consistent manner.
• Conducting employee appraisals, and developing and implementing training plans.
• Planning, documenting and implementing sufficient cross training to provide adequate back up of all job functions.
• Inputting shift production data accurately and on a timely basis.
• Approving all work orders.
• Ensuring all equipment and tooling are running to standard.
• Ensuring that all food safety issues are reported to the appropriate manager or supervisor.

Education:

High school diploma required

Skills

• Good communication skills to include verbal and written
• Basic injection knowledge/skills to include troubleshooting of equipment
• Basic computer skills to include all office programs

Experience

• 2 years manufacturing experience in a supervisory role preferred.
• 5 years of Injection molding  or similar product manufacturing experience is required

Night shift Production Supervisor – 12 hours, 7 PM-AM

In addition to an annual salary in the $60,000 to $65,000 range the the company offers competitive benefits including healthcare.

Description

A privately-held plastic injection molding company specializing in the design, marketing and manufacturing of high quality plastic fiber optic connector products is searching for an Injection Molding Maintenance Technician to work second shift.

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for:

• • Providing breakdown, corrective and preventive electrical, electronic, hydraulic and mechanical maintenance on all production equipment
  • Participating in the development of concepts which lead to machine modifications and capital projects
  • Staying up-to-date on emerging technologies and learning how to apply them
  • Maintaining production and auxiliary equipment in proper and correct working condition with minimal supervision
  • Executing corrective and preventive maintenance work orders according to schedules
  • Performing project work to improve machine operations.

In addition to a hourly rate in the $22 to $26 range the company offers competitive benefits and a modern air conditioned work environment.

Job Description

A large proprietary injection molding company wants to hire two third shift injection molding Automation Technicians to; set-up robots, program robots, and troubleshoot robotic molding processes. Must be fully capable to work on robots, program robots and program PLC’s and work with trainees, as required.

Automation Technician Responsibilities Include:

• Setting robots in running on plastic injection presses.
• Training process trainees as required.
• Troubleshooting robots within molding processes and making basic adjustments to ensure quality and production efficiency.
• Troubleshooting robots and correcting malfunctions and communication information to repair technicians.
• Providing and implementing robot programs to improve the efficiency of the molding department.
• Communicating problems, needs and important information to the shift supervisor.
• Maintaining and repair injection molding equipment and molds.

In addition to an hourly rate in the $22 to $24 range, the company offers competitive benefits including; medical, a 401(k), and relocation assistance.

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience programming and setting up robots to run in a manufacturing environment.
• Injection molding equipment troubleshooting experience.
• Ability to read and understand work orders and blue prints.

A plastic injection blow molding equipment manufacturing is searching for four Field Service Engineers to service the blow molding equipment. The Field Service Engineer can be located anywhere in the United States, that is accessible to an airport, and can work out of a home office.

The Field Service Engineer (FSE) works closely with the Technical Manager, supporting the company’s internal and external customers through-out North and South America, as well as globally when required with efficient, accurate and timely completion of technical tasks. Through expert technical aptitude (electrical, electronic, hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical), the Field Service Engineer will accurately, efficiently and cost effectively satisfy market needs through product quality and service such as after-sales support, troubleshooting and technical aspects of implementation and repair of complex electrical, electronic, hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical equipment, following protocol and procedures.

Field Service Engineer Essential Functions: including but not limited to the following:

– Assist service department to support customers, with knowledge, in industrial equipment aspects of installation, replace, maintain, troubleshoot and repair of complex electrical, electronic, hydraulic, pneumatic and/or mechanical equipment including but not limited to robots or programmable controllers, numeral controls, pipe systems, gauges, valves, pressure regulators, power supplies, drives, and related equipment; PLC programming and analysis where necessary and/or solve production issues and process improvements.

– Interpret customer production, layout and processing data to advise on options and alternatives for product installation, operation or repair for customer service support.

– Assist with analytical engineering consultation, technical input and mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical or electronic equipment troubleshooting.

– Be visible and a person known to customers to be purposeful in getting equipment running quickly and effortlessly as possible with a pleasant professional demeanor (by phone and in person) and/or be able to get the correct assistance to solve the issues.

– Blow mold and/or injection mold equipment experience.

– Injection mold rebuild including dismantling, wiring, assembling, cleaning and mold inspection.

– Responsible for proper maintenance and storage of tools and machines.

– Trouble-shoot the problem in conjunction with the company technical office remotely or on-site and with Customer on-site technical personnel if required ensuring customer satisfaction.

– Issue the technical report after every technical intervention.

– Updating technical knowledge to keep up with technological solutions.

– Support the company business, when required, outside the USA.

– Support the company business, when not in Field Service, as the business requires.

In addition to an annual salary in the $75,000 to $90,000 range, the company offers competitive benefits including 100% medical benefits.

A company manufacturing consumer plastic packaging products is searching for a Plastic Mold Maintenance Technician to polish, maintain and repair plastic molds.

Maintenance Technician Responsibilities Include:

• Performing mold repair work on cavities and cores due to damage or wear.
• Noting any changes to molds, inserts, parts, etc.
• Documenting work and keep accurate records.Dissembling and assembling molds, analyzing and solving basic mold problems including flashing conditions, galling, venting, cooling problems, etc.
• Assembling, repairing, inspecting, cleaning and polishing molds using skill and care while handling and polishing critical surfaces.Laying out, fabricating and assembling metalworking dies, molds, and machine tool fixtures by analyzing blueprints, sketches, models and engineering or shop specification.
• Using a variety of machinist’s hand tools and precision measuring instruments. Sets up and operates lathes, milling machines, electrical discharge machines, surface and cylindrical grinders.
• Interpreting drawings, evaluating machining methods on assignments and occasionally instructing other toolmakers and apprentices in the operation and setup of tool room equipment.
• Computing dimensions; determining machining and material or parts required. Perform precision work to exacting tolerances and dimensions. Solving problems relating to unusual material, work-holding arrangements, machine settings, fabrication methods, and production processes.

In addition to a hourly salary in the $24 to $30 range, the company offers; standard medical, dental and vision first of the month following 30 days of employment. tuition reimbursement, PTO, 401k, profit sharing, a employee stock option purchase program, Profit Sharing after 1 year of continued employment, and relocation assistance.

 Requirements

A company manufacturing consumer plastic packaging products is searching for a Plastic Mold Maintenance Technicians to polish, maintain and repair plastic molds. Currently, an opening exists on each of the three shifts.

Maintenance Technician Responsibilities Include:
•Performing mold repair work on cavities and cores due to damage or wear.
•Noting any changes to molds, inserts, parts, etc.
•Documenting work and keep accurate records.Dissembling and assembling molds, analyzing and solving basic mold problems including flashing conditions, galling, venting, cooling problems, etc.
•Assembling, repairing, inspecting, cleaning and polishing molds using skill and care while handling and polishing critical surfaces.Laying out, fabricating and assembling metalworking dies, molds, and machine tool fixtures by analyzing blueprints, sketches, models and engineering or shop specification.
•Using a variety of machinist’s hand tools and precision measuring instruments. Sets up and operates lathes, milling machines, electrical discharge machines, surface and cylindrical grinders.
•Interpreting drawings, evaluating machining methods on assignments and occasionally instructing other toolmakers and apprentices in the operation and setup of tool room equipment.
•Computing dimensions; determining machining and material or parts required. Perform precision work to exacting tolerances and dimensions. Solving problems relating to unusual material, work-holding arrangements, machine settings, fabrication methods, and production processes.

In addition to a hourly salary in the $24 to $30 range, the company offers; standard medical, dental and vision first of the month following 30 days of employment. tuition reimbursement, PTO, 401k, profit sharing, a employee stock option purchase program, Profit Sharing after 1 year of continued employment, and relocation assistance.

Requirements

•Minimum of 3 years experience in the injection molding industry.

•Prior background in plastic injection mold maintenance, repair and troubleshooting.

•CNC experience would be a real plus.

A company that manufactures; patient products, such as; water service and basins, bedpans and urinals, and bags for hospitals and clinics is searching for a Plastic Injection Molding Maintenance Technician.  The Maintenance Technician provides assistance to ensure the maximum operation and productive life of building facilities and equipment by installing, troubleshooting and repairing blow molding and injection molding machines and using proven hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical aptitude to perform maintenance on general equipment.  The Maintenance Technician will work a 12 hour shift from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work closely with production supervisor to schedule maintenance operations with minimal production delays.
• Install, adjust, and repair injection and blow molding machines, trimmers, palletizers, and other related equipment.
• Inspect, rebuild and replace valves and pumps.
• Inspect and replace pneumatic and hydraulic hoses.
• Perform preventive maintenance on all related equipment.
• Maintain machines in optimal processing condition.
• Repair various types of machines and equipment.
• Troubleshoot, locate root problems, and repair injection and blow molding machines, baggers, and support equipment.
• May operate blow mold or injection machines.
• Light welding and fabrication.
• Must have regular, reliable attendance and willing to work outside the regular schedule as required.
• Willing to handle job stress and interact with others in the workplace.

In addition to a hourly rate in the $22 to $33 range; the company offers Health Care Benefits, a 401(k) plan, and profit sharing.

Description

A privately-held, international consumer products company specializing in the design, marketing and manufacturing of high quality, innovative housewares products is searching for Injection Molding Maintenance Technicians.

The Maintenance Technicians are responsible for:

• Providing breakdown, corrective and preventive electrical, electronic, hydraulic and mechanical maintenance on all production equipment
• Participating in the development of concepts which lead to machine modifications and capital projects
• Staying up-to-date on emerging technologies and learning how to apply them
• Maintaining production and auxiliary equipment in proper and correct working condition with minimal supervision
• Executing corrective and preventive maintenance work orders according to schedules
• Performing project work to improve machine operations.

In addition to an hourly rate in the $25 to $30 range, the company offers competitive health care benefits, and a choice of; first, second or third shift.

Description

A privately-held, international consumer products company, specializing in the design, marketing and manufacturing of high quality, innovative housewares products is searching for a Senior Tooling Engineer.

The Senior Tooling Engineer reports to the Director of Operations and is part of the senior management team for the plant. The Senior Tooling Engineer will lead the activities of tool room employees, contractors or vendors and be responsible for all tool building activities, maintenance and repair. The Sr. Tooling Engineer will also be responsible for customer molding (sample) trials delivering solutions on-time, on budget and in accordance with safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Manage tool room and inventory of tools and third party production locations.
• Develop and maintain mold standards and mold documentation.
• Develop and approve tooling suppliers, new mold designs or modifications, molding processes and metrology.
• Manage mold construction, mold design review, process design, quality assurance and assembly process. Works with customer blueprints / specifications to generate design and cost feedback.
• Ensure all product quality attributes are met and all quality systems are supported.
• Perform analysis on customer returns to determine root cause of failures or complaints.
• Assist in developing scientific molding expertise of organization through training of manufacturing management, process technicians and manufacturing associates.
• Implements process control techniques and procedures, trouble shoots and advises on injection molding processes and tooling.
• Key member of plant safety committee driving implementation of safety system.
• Co-develop budget, capital requests, and cost improvement planning.
• Support manufacturing management in lean / continuous improvement activities.

In addition to an annual salary in the $80,000 to $95,000 range, the company provides an attractive compensation plan with bonus, a comprehensive and competitive benefits package.