Plastics Manufacturing Mechatronics Technician

What if your next repair prevented an entire line from going down?

Imagine stepping onto the floor at 7pm. The hum of EBM/SBM blow molders sets the rhythm. A quick scan of PLC trends flags a minor anomaly—you catch it, correct it, and the night stays on track. That’s the kind of impact you’ll have at Pretium on our 2-2-3 night schedule (7pm–7am).

Why Pretium

We exist to deliver quality that matters. Precision, safety, and innovation aren’t buzzwords—they’re how we work. Your mastery of machines and controls ensures our customers get dependable products, every time.

Your Core Responsibilities

• Execute preventive/corrective maintenance on blow molding equipment (EBM/SBM), conveyors, packers, and automation.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues using hand/power tools, multimeters, and PLC interfaces.
• Confront unusual problems requiring deep research and advanced problem-solving.
• Collaborate with operations to reduce downtime and fine-tune machine performance.
• Lead thorough shift handoffs and complete end-of-shift reporting.
• Record work and update equipment histories in CMMS (MaintainX).
• Support equipment installations, upgrades, and process enhancements.
• Coach teammates; share technical expertise to grow the team’s capability.
• Enforce and model safety practices: LOTO, GMP, and PPE compliance.
• Communicate clearly with both maintenance peers and production staff.

Skills & Experience

• 5+ years in manufacturing/industrial maintenance.
• Strong troubleshooting across mechanical/controls systems.
• Hands-on experience with PLCs, VFDs, and industrial automation platforms.
• Ability to interpret manuals, blueprints, and electrical/pneumatic schematics.
• Comfortable with machining and fabrication tools: mills, lathes, grinders, welding, and more.
• CMMS literacy and preventive maintenance scheduling skills.
• Self-directed, proactive, and collaborative; available for overtime as required.

Bonus Experience

• Plastic Extrusion
• Injection Molding
• Blow Molding

Growth, Rewards, and Support

• Competitive pay with overtime potential.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Generous PTO and 10 paid holidays each year.

Responsible for food safety, food quality and site safety.