Maintenance Technician/Engineer Injection Molding Palatine

We are seeking a Maintenance Technician/Engineer Injection Molding to join our team! The Maintenance Technician/Engineer will install, troubleshoot, modify, rebuild, and repair injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment. This role is specifically for those with a deep knowledge of plastic injection molding machines with goal of keeping the production floor running 24/7. In addition, the position will be troubleshooting and repairing mechanical, electrical or hydraulic repairs and preventive maintenance activities as required to maintain building, facilities, and plant equipment.

Responsibilities:

• Must have excellent troubleshooting skills with the ability to diagnose problems and make decisions as to the appropriate corrective action.
• Install, troubleshoot, repair, or replace injection molding machine screws, barrels, pumps, motors, heater bands and rings.
• Install, troubleshoot, repair, or replace auxiliary equipment including PLC's, robotics, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and conveyer systems.
• Install, troubleshoot, repair, or replace chillers, thermolators, hot runner controllers, loader systems, and grinders.
• Installs and modifies new and existing injection molding equipment.
• Performs maintenance and repairs of buildings, fixtures, and grounds including HVAC, roofing, plumbing and electrical systems.
• Perform and develop preventive maintenance checklist and intervals for PM completion on presses, robots, conveyors, and facilities equipment.
• A team player and can interact with various department personnel to ensure work is completed thoroughly and efficiently.
• Assists Supervisor, Process Techs, Set-Up Techs, Material Handlers and QC regarding machine maintenance, operation, and terminology when needed.
• Works with purchasing to maintain equipment, parts, and supplies inventories by checking inventory levels; anticipating needs; placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt.
• Implements and executes safety related improvements on machines, auxiliary equipment, and facilities.
• Identifies the cause of unexpected breakdowns of machines.
• Installs auxiliary mold connections to presses.
• Updates preventative maintenance work order checklists.
• Knowlege and experience with electrical system ranging from 24 VDC to 480 VAC 3 phase.
• Completes any welding, soldering, or brazing using acetylene torches and/or welding equipment.
• Tear down equipment, rebuild and replace defective parts and component units as needed, reassemble, and make final equipment adjustments.
• Performs minor building and facility repairs and rearrangements as required by maintaining and updating plant system and facilities to meet current production requirements.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required
• Minimum of 7 years of experience of maintenance in injection molding manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of engineering concepts including pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical, conveyor, and mechanical systems, HVAC, and Pluming.
• Ability to read blueprints, electrical schematics, and troubleshoot PLC's.
• Ability to manage multiple time-sensitive projects and work under tight deadlines.
• Analytical and detailed oriented, able to work with all levels within the organization.
• Familiar with mold setup, concepts, and applications.
• Ability to use variety of hand and power tools, overhead cranes, lathes, welders.
• Prior experience performing PM.
• Proven safety record.
• Lift objects of various shapes, sizes, and weights.
• Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing technical publications; establishing personal networks.
• Proactive in keeping a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and stressful environment.
• Mechanically inclined with great problem-solving skills.