Plastics Manufacturing Maintenance Specialist (Injection & Blow Molding)

Are you the go-to problem solver on the plant floor?

If you thrive on keeping complex plastics equipment humming, this role is for you. You’ll be the hands-on expert ensuring our blow molding and injection assets run safely, efficiently, and continuously.

You will

• Own uptime for blow molding and injection machines—diagnose hydraulic/pneumatic issues and restore performance fast.
• Maintain extruders, screws, barrels, die heads, clamps, molds, and tooling to tight quality standards.
• Keep auxiliary gear reliable: conveyors, loaders, dryers, chillers, cooling towers, air compressors, vacuum pumps.
• Support downstream systems: trimmers, leak testers, and integrated automation.
• Execute quick, accurate mold changeovers, startups, and line changeovers.
• Collaborate on process optimization to reduce scrap and unplanned downtime.

Electrical and controls—your toolbox

• Troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment, HMIs, VFDs, and basic robotics.
• Pinpoint electrical faults involving 480V circuits, motors, sensors, relays, and control panels.
• Complete wiring, panel remediation, and instrumentation work to plant standards.

Reliability mindset

• Perform scheduled PMs and predictive checks with rigor.
• Log work, parts, and condition data in CMMS to drive decisions.
• Recommend and implement corrective actions for chronic issues.
• Help refine PM procedures tailored to blow molding equipment.

Safety and quality first

• Follow OSHA, LOTO, and site safety rules at all times.
• Keep work areas clean and organized; champion 5S, Kaizen, and TPM.
• Participate in audits/inspections and help close gaps.

You have

• High school diploma or GED (tech degree/certification a plus).
• 3+ years in maintenance within plastic blow molding or a similar manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting across hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanical systems.
• Working knowledge of 480V electrical, motors, and controls.
• Experience with PLCs such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or equivalent; comfortable with HMIs and VFDs.
• Ability to read blueprints, electrical schematics, and P&IDs.
• Skilled with hand and power tools.
• Willing to work overtime, weekends, or on-call when operations demand it.

Proficiency checklist

• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Commercial Electrical Expertise
• Electrical Troubleshooting
• Electrical Repair
• Relay Testing
• Maintenance and Repair Skills
• Heavy Material Handling
• Electrical Metallic Tubing (EMT)
• Hydraulic Systems & Components
• Equipment Diagnostics & Troubleshooting
• Mechanical Systems & Component Repair
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
• Electrical Schematic Reading
• Equipment Installation & Wiring
• Equipment Repair & Maintenance
• Equipment Installation
• Automotive Manufacturing Systems