Husky Injection Molding Jobs in Indiana (NOW HIRING)

Essential Functions

• Adhere to and enforce highest standards in safety and good manufacturing practices plant-wide

• Lead advanced troubleshooting and repair efforts involving electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, servo, PLC, automation, and process control systems in a high-speed manufacturing environment.

Rapid identification of machine problems to minimize equipment downtime with root cause

analysis conducted to prevent re-occurrence.

Use of available software systems to analyze and identify issues to drive throughput

performance.

Train, mentor, and develop Operators, Maintenance Technicians, and Supervisors on technical procedures, troubleshooting methods, machine setup, operational standards, and equipment reliability practices.

Work directly with plant leadership to develop and execute continuous improvement initiatives, equipment upgrades, process optimization projects, and corrective actions for recurring equipment failures.

Lead and participate in root cause analysis investigations utilizing structured problem-solving methodologies such as 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagrams, and failure trend analysis.

Utilize CMMS systems, downtime tracking software, and production performance data to identify equipment inefficiencies, recurring failures, and throughput opportunities.

Support facility and utility systems including chillers, air compressors, Reverse Osmosis systems, water filtration systems, pumps, and other plant utility equipment.

Maintain regular and predictable attendance and support required on-call responsibilities to ensure facility and equipment uptime.

Safely operate shop equipment including hydraulic presses, mechanical presses, drill presses, mills, lathes, grinders, welders, and assorted power tools.

Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs. in a manufacturing environment for extended periods of time.

Must possess the tools necessary to safely and effectively perform essential maintenance functions.

This job description is not intended to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Ability to stand or walk for extended periods of time in a manufacturing environment. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

• Will need own toolbox and basic tools.

• Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without prior notice.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications:

• 6 Years - Experience in a maintenance manufacturing environment

• 6 Years - Experience in Position

• 4 Years - Experience managing people/projects

*experience may include a combination of work experience and education

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and resolve issues across multiple departments and levels of the organization

• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

• Effective communication of issues and solutions to cross-functional team members

• Ability to read and interpret schematics: electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic

• Skilled in the use of shop equipment such as hydraulic and mechanical presses, bench grinder, drill press, mill and lathe, and assorted power tools.

• Skilled in troubleshooting and repair of industrial electrical systems including 480VAC, 120VAC, and 24VDC systems.

• Proficient skills with precision measuring equipment, such as calipers, dial indicators, bore gauges, and depth gauges

• Willingness to be a technical leader and trainer within a specific area of plant or machine center

• Preferred Qualifications:

• 10+ Years- Experience in a maintenance manufacturing environment

• 10+ Years - Experience working in Position

• 6 Years - Experience managing people/projects

*experience may include a combination of work experience and education

• 4 years of experience in one of the following fields: blow molding, injection molding,

• packaging, beverage or High-speed manufacturing environments

• 4 years of experience with Krones, Husky, Sidel, or other packaging or bottling equipment

• 1 year of experience leading and developing others on the functionality and repair of equipment

• 2 years of experience creating process improvements or continuous improvement initiatives

• Skilled in fabrication capabilities such as cutting and welding (mig, tig or stick)

• Ability to read and interpret schematics for process and instrumentation diagrams

• Skilled in the repair of variable frequency drives, servo motors and controllers, communication systems (asi-bus, can-bus, profi-bus, ethernet), PLC input/output cards, and safety modules.

• Experience with equipment commissioning, startup support, shutdown planning, and equipment reliability improvement initiatives preferred.

Competencies

This position embodies the values of Niagara's LIFE competency model, focusing on the following key drivers of success:

• Lead Like an Owner

• Makes safety the number one priority

• Keeps alert for safety issues and escalates immediately

• Effectively prioritizes tasks based on department goals

• Shows respect to others and confronts interpersonal issues directly

• Prioritizes resolution of customer issues effectively

• Responds promptly and honors commitments to internal and external customers

• InnovACT

• Makes recommendations to continuously improve policies, methods, procedures, and/or products

• Demonstrates adaptability by reacting appropriately to unexpected changes in situations or circumstances

• Increases performance through greater efficiency

• Find a Way

• Seeks to develop technical knowledge through learning from other experts

• Understands interdepartmental impact of individual decisions and actions

• Seeks solutions rather than placing blame

• Empowered to be Great

• Consistently looks for ways to improve one's self through growth and development opportunities

• Communicates clearly and promptly up, down, and across

• Communicates effectively to manage expectations

Education

• Minimum Required:

• High School Diploma or GED

• Preferred:

• Associate's Degree in manufacturing, manufacturing technology, mechatronics, industrial manufacturing, manufacturing automation or other similar manufacturing-related specialization

Certification/License:

• Required: N/A

• Preferred: N/A

Foreign Language

• Required: None Required

• Preferred: None Required