Senior Maintenance Technician - Plastic Injection Molding

Job Description

Job Description

“Crafting Precision. Powering Progress.”

Career Opportunity at American Tool & Mold : Join the Team That Builds America

Are you driven by precision, innovation, and the craftsmanship that powers American industry?

At American Tool & Mold , we’re more than a manufacturer—we’re a team committed to shaping the future with quality, reliability, and excellence.

Position : Senior Maintenance Technician – Plastic Injection Molding

As a Senior Maintenance Technician, you will play a vital role in keeping our injection molding machines and related equipment running at peak performance. Your expertise ensures production stays on track, downtime is minimized, and quality remains uncompromised.

Key Responsibilities

Machine Maintenance : Perform routine inspections, preventative maintenance, and repairs on injection molding machines. Diagnose and resolve mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical issues using technical knowledge of devices, circuitry, motors, schematics, and wiring diagrams.

Equipment Calibration : Adjust and calibrate equipment to meet production specifications, including machine parameters, temperature, and pressure controls.

Troubleshooting : Quickly identify and resolve production issues with machines, molds, and auxiliary equipment to minimize disruptions.

Safety Compliance : Uphold and enforce all safety procedures to protect yourself, your team, and our facility.

Documentation : Maintain detailed maintenance records, repair logs, and modification histories for future reference and analysis.

Continuous Improvement : Drive initiatives to improve efficiency, reduce downtime, and implement new technologies that enhance productivity.

Spare Parts Management : Oversee spare parts inventory, ordering, and budget to ensure readiness for repairs.

Collaboration : Work closely with production teams to schedule and coordinate maintenance activities with minimal impact on operations.

Qualifications

Education : High School Diploma / GED required; Associate degree or technical certification in Mechanical, Electrical, Hydraulics, or Pneumatics preferred.

Experience : 8+ years of maintenance experience in manufacturing; strong preference for plastic injection molding industry experience.

Technical Skills :

Strong mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic knowledge.

Proven troubleshooting and repair skills for injection molding machinery.

Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, schematics, and safety protocols.

Skilled in the use of hand tools and precision instruments.

Soft Skills : Strong problem-solving ability, attention to detail, and commitment to safety and quality.

Why Join American Tool & Mold?

We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits , including :

Health, dental, vision, life, AD&D, STD, and LTD insurance

401(k) with company match

Professional development and growth opportunities

At American Tool & Mold , our people are the heart of everything we do. We recognize hard work, encourage innovation, and provide pathways for advancement.

If you’re ready to be part of a company that doesn’t just build tools, but builds the backbone of American industry , we invite you to apply today.

Apply now and help us “Craft Precision. Power Progress.”

American Tool & Mold is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.