Job Description
Our client is seeking an experienced Plastics Maintenance Technician to support 3rd shift injection molding operations. This hands-on role focuses on troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment to minimize downtime and keep production running safely and efficiently.
Responsibilities
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on injection molding machines, molds, robots, and auxiliary equipment.
- Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
- Respond to equipment breakdowns and production maintenance calls.
- Diagnose equipment issues and repair or replace components as needed.
- Maintain dryers, loaders, hot runners, cooling systems, and temperature control units.
- Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and reliability improvements.
- Document repairs, inspections, maintenance activities, and parts usage.
- Work with production and engineering teams to improve equipment performance and uptime.
SUMMARY OF FUNCTION:
The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment. This role ensures that all machinery operates efficiently, safely, and with minimal downtime to support production goals.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on injection molding machines, molds, robots, and related equipment.
- Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and pneumatic systems.
- Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and production calls.
- Monitor machine performance and adjust or repair components as needed.
- Maintain detailed maintenance records and logs of repairs, inspections, and parts usage.
- Ensure all work complies with safety standards and company policies.
- Collaborate with engineering and production teams to improve machine reliability and efficiency.
- Order and manage spare parts inventory as needed.
- Assist with installation of new equipment or upgrades to existing machinery.
- Maintain auxiliary equipment such as dryers, loaders, hot runners, cooling towers and temperature control units.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Clinton Township, MI |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Company Size | 100 to 499 employees |
| Year Founded | 2004 |
| Website | https://impactbusinessgroup.com |
About Company
Working with iMPact
Here at iMPact we have helped connect candidates to opportunities available in Information Technology, Accounting/Finance, Engineering, and Business Process/Administration. We have full-time, part-time and contract positions available in Michigan, Florida as well as nationwide.
Our headquarters is located in Grand Rapids, MI and we also have an office in Tampa, FL. When you’re working with us, one of our experienced recruiters will connect you with matching opportunities and they will be there every step of the way to help you through the application, interviewing and onboarding process to ensure success.
To connect with one of our recruiters, submit your application for one of our open positions, or visit our website www.impactbusinessgroup.com to submit your resume for general consideration. We look forward to hearing from you!
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