Injection Molding Equipment Reliability Technician

Shape uptime, quality, and safety—one system at a time

At SMC, Ltd., a global partner to leading medical brands, you’ll join a fast-moving, technology-forward team that turns precision manufacturing into life-improving products. Our culture rewards collaboration, curiosity, and craftsmanship. As our Injection Molding Equipment Reliability Technician, you’ll elevate operational uptime by leading and expanding our Preventive Maintenance (PM) program across molding, auxiliary, and automation assets.

A day in this role

Morning starts with a quick scan of ERP-driven PM tasks. You’ll schedule work, coordinate parts, and brief stakeholders. Midday, you may qualify a newly installed Toyo press, troubleshoot a Van Dorn hydraulic anomaly, or tune an Arburg cycle while bringing an ultrasonic welder and multi‑axis robot back into spec. Before close, you’ll document modifications, order critical spares, and sync with production, tooling, and quality to ensure tomorrow’s runs are smooth.

What you’ll tackle

• Own ERP-based preventive maintenance planning, execution, and tracking to drive uptime.
• Diagnose, repair, adjust, maintain, and reassemble mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Troubleshoot primary and secondary manufacturing equipment and associated auxiliaries.
• Repair and fabricate components and assemblies (welding, cutting, assembly, painting, finishing).
• Service and qualify injection molding assets and support equipment: Arburg, Van Dorn, Toyo presses; ultrasonic welders; multi-axis industrial robots.
• Install, commission, and qualify new or transferred equipment.
• Create and maintain documentation for custom builds, retrofits, and modifications.
• Specify, source, and order replacement components; sustain a right-sized spare parts inventory.
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering, Tooling, Quality, and EHS; pitch in with other duties as needed.

Qualifications that set you up for success

• Associate degree in a technical discipline preferred; we also welcome strong experience from high school/GED graduates, military backgrounds, certifications, or technical training.
• Clear communicator with strong interpersonal skills.
• Proven troubleshooting across mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic domains; blueprint literacy.
• Depth in hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical systems, and robotics.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and safe work practices.
• Comfort with Microsoft Office tools for documentation and communication.

Bonus experience

• Formal training in hydraulics and/or electrical systems.
• Background in the medical device industry.
• Lean manufacturing exposure and prior ISO environment experience.
• Valid driver’s license.

Tools and technology you’ll work with

• Injection molding machines (Toyo, Arburg; Van Dorn)
• Ultrasonic welders and multi-axis industrial robots
• Crane and rigging for installs/moves
• ERP software for PM management
• Servo motors and related motion components

Core proficiencies

• Mechanical troubleshooting
• Hydraulic systems and components
• Electrical repair and diagnostics
• Pneumatic troubleshooting
• Maintenance and repair across complex equipment
• Equipment diagnostics and root-cause analysis
• Hands-on injection molding experience

Why you’ll love it here

• Clean, climate-controlled environment
• Stable schedule
• Paid holidays and PTO
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings
• Life and disability insurance
• Promotional opportunities
• Training and career growth programs
• Amazing co-workers
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program

*At SMC Ltd. we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job.If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying.We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work—therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions.Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process.*

ADA Requirements:

• Bend, squat, climb, grasp, reach, lift or otherwise move frequently for extended periods

• Lift, move or otherwise transfer up to 50 lbs. frequently, or more occasionally

• Walk, stand or otherwise move about continuously

• Exposure to machine shop physical hazards including chemicals which may require respiratory protection

• Typically sits, grasps items and performs keyboarding for occasional operation of a computer

SMC Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V; this organization uses E-Verify.

Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.