Injection Molding Jobs in Reno, NV (NOW HIRING)

The Maintenance Technician - Injection Molding is responsible for maintaining the daily operational performance of injection molding machines, molds, auxiliary equipment, and other manufacturing equipment as assigned. Responsibilities include preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting equipment and process support systems, managing spare parts inventory, coordinating replacement parts, and assisting with equipment installation, modification, and validation activities. This role also supports the daily running of equipment, which may include process parameter and machine adjustments under the purview of engineering. This role supports production and quality objectives through rapid response to downtime, proactive maintenance, and effective cross-functional communication. As assigned, the position may also support facility and plant equipment upkeep. This role reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and works closely with engineering, production, and quality teams.

Responsibilities include

• Cognizant of employee behavior, working conditions, and equipment safety; escalates to leadership when necessary. Fosters a working environment of safety, respect, and positivity.
• Assist with the installation, startup, and qualification of new or modified equipment and tooling.
• Monitors the hourly and daily success of injection molding equipment, in conjunction with the production and engineering teams, to ensure that quality parts are made to the required targets for output and yield. Supports equipment adjustments under the purview of engineering.
• Performs proactive maintenance on injection molds, molding machines, and auxiliary equipment to support stable daily output.
• Monitor and maintain adequate inventory of spare parts, tools, and consumable items used for maintenance and repair activities.
• Maintains the aggregate drying system, liquid cooling system, and HVAC system(s) as trained and assigned.
• Supports creation and update of standard operating procedures in conjunction with engineering as assigned
• Create and maintain effective mold, tool, and equipment maintenance schedule in our CMMS. Conduct mold maintenance such as cleaning, inspection, and surface polishing using approved methods
• Troubleshoot and support automated equipment interfaces, including sensors, actuators, and basic I/O functionality
• Safely and efficiently operates an overhead crane for handling of molds and other components as needed. Perform mold installation and removal activities.
• Works with cross-functional team members to define equipment issues, assess production impact, and support timely resolution.
• Communicates shift pass down summarizing performance to plan, downtime events and support needs.
• Performs upkeep and repair of company assets, including the facility, production equipment, warehouse equipment, and other items as assigned.
• All other duties as assigned.

Shift hours: 9:00am - 5:30pm, Monday - Friday

• Prior experience working with, maintaining, and repairing injection molding equipment and molds required.
• Able to work independently or with others, communicate between cross functional teams, and work professionally in a manufacturing environment.
• Must possess working knowledge of safe maintenance practices, including lockout/tagout, tool use, housekeeping, and the safe handling of lubricants, chemicals, and maintenance materials in accordance with SDS documentation.
• Must have knowledge and experience troubleshooting and repairing automated manufacturing equipment, including electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.
• Must demonstrate the ability to follow instructions and complete assignments with minimum supervision.
• Must be knowledgeable and demonstrate safe work practices such as preventing trip hazards (cord use on tools and equipment), correct ladder use, etc.
• Must have basic knowledge of facility maintenance, i.e. painting, plumbing, lighting, etc.
• Must demonstrate an aptitude and desire to continually improve facility janitorial tasks to reduce costs while keeping the facility clean.
• Job includes lifting, bending, stooping, standing, climbing, pulling, and reaching. Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force required.
• Good eye/hand coordination and motor skills are required.

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• 2-3 years of experience in injection molding operation, maintenance, and repair
• 3-5 years in manufacturing equipment troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, installation, and facilities upkeep

• Diverse portfolio of exciting and innovative design projects
• Tremendous opportunities for professional growth
• Commitment to sustainable design
• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Benefit Package includes medical, dental, vision insurance, paid vacation time, paid sick time, disability insurance, 401k, tuition reimbursement and much more.
• Solid Stable Company
• Drug free workplace