MFG Maintenance Technician

Purpose of Role The purpose of this role is to ensure the reliability and operation of machinery and auxiliary equipment in a plastic injection molding facility. The Maintenance Technician will complete preventive maintenance tasks according to schedule, and complete reactive troubleshooting to minimize equipment downtime. This individual will work in a manner that keeps themselves and their team members safe, while finding opportunities to improve work processes. Shift Hours: Wednesday - Midnight to 6:30AM Thursday (6 Hours) Thursday - 6PM to 6:30AM Friday (12 Hours) Friday - 6PM to 6:30AM Saturday (12 Hours) Saturday - 6PM to 6:30AM Sunday. (12 Hours) Areas of Accountabilities Facility Maintenance * Complete building maintenance tasks such as cleaning, plumbing repairs, electrical troubleshooting, etc. * Participate in 5S standardization projects and work to sustain cleanliness and organization standards in all areas of the facility. * Work with outside contractors to repair, refurbish or install building systems and equipment on schedule as needed. Equipment Maintenance * Monitor and complete preventive maintenance of all mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and electronic equipment including capital equipment (injection molding machines, extrusion machines), air compressors, HVAC, fire suppression and alarm systems. * Perform repairs and troubleshooting on extrusion, molding, and assembly equipment including but not limited to injection and transfer presses, material mixers, extruders, grinders, scales, testers and assemblers. * Identify and communicate needed orders to ensure proper level of critical spare parts inventory. * Respond, troubleshoot and perform emergency repair work on manufacturing equipment in a timely manner based on priority established by production management. * Report status of repair jobs promptly to Production Supervisor and Maintenance Supervisor. * Complete assigned maintenance tasks to support process improvement, scrap reduction, and other engineering-led activities. Safety and Continuous Improvement * Support install of new or replacement equipment, participate in kaizen events, and provide support to complete lean manufacturing efforts. * Perform all responsibilities in alignment with established SOPs, work instructions and Rehrig values with a strong commitment to safety. * Support and recommend improvement to the preventive maintenance program. Knowledge, Skills, and Experience * Successful completion of high school, or equivalent * Associates degree or credits from a technical college preferred, with focus in the areas of mechanical, electrical, electronics, hydraulics or pneumatic systems repair * Knowledge of injection molding process a plus. * Knowledge of pneumatic conveying equipment and troubleshooting * Knowledge of chilled water systems. * Ability to use multimeter for electrical troubleshooting. * Ability to use powered hand tools such as saws, drills, etc. * Ability to handle assignment with little or no supervision, take initiative to learn new skills, and assist team members with larger tasks when needed. * General facilities maintenance experience. * Additional skills desired (not required): ability to read hydraulic schematics, welding, machine shop skills; lean manufacturing knowledge

Created: 2025-09-23