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Maintenance Technician - Plastics/Precision Molding

Holland, MI

Maintenance Technician - Plastics/Precision Molding

Location: Holland, MI 49423
Job Type: Direct Hire
Shift: First Shift | Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Pay Range: $25.00 – $35.00 per hour (based on experience)

About the Company

Our client is a trusted and growing plastics manufacturer known for precision molding, high-quality standards, and a strong team-driven culture. They produce high-performance plastic components supporting automotive, furniture, and consumer markets. With continued investment in people, equipment, and process improvement, they are expanding their maintenance team to support reliable, efficient operations.

Position Summary

The Multi-Craft Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing production and facility equipment to ensure maximum uptime and operational efficiency. This role requires a well-rounded background in mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, with exposure to PLC troubleshooting in a plastics manufacturing environment.

Essential Responsibilities

  • Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on production and support equipment

  • Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems with minimal supervision

  • Troubleshoot PLCs, controls, and automation systems as needed

  • Accurately document maintenance activities, inspections, and parts usage in a CMMS (Maximo)

  • Support mold design, construction, and production engineering operations

  • Coordinate with internal teams including Production, Engineering, Quality, and Assembly to resolve equipment issues

  • Work with outside vendors and contractors on equipment repairs and upgrades

  • Maintain facility infrastructure including utilities, lighting, compressed air, and safety systems

  • Assist with equipment installations, new production line setups, and machinery upgrades

  • Participate in root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives to reduce downtime

  • Maintain maintenance areas according to 2S/3D standards and attend required training

Qualifications

  • Strong electrical and pneumatic background required

  • Working knowledge of hydraulic and mechanical systems

  • PLC and industrial controls experience preferred

  • Experience in plastics manufacturing (injection or blow molding) strongly preferred

  • Automotive manufacturing experience is a plus

  • Stable work history preferred (no frequent job changes)

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Physical Requirements

  • Regular standing, walking, climbing, bending, kneeling, and reaching

  • Frequent use of hands for tools and equipment

  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly

  • Visual acuity for close, distance, and color vision

Working Conditions

  • Manufacturing environment with exposure to machinery, noise, and moving equipment

  • Compliance with safety standards and use of appropriate PPE required

Benefits

  • Competitive hourly pay

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)

  • 401(k) with company match

  • Comprehensive health benefits

  • Long-term career growth and advancement opportunities

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