Job Title: Industrial Maintenance Technician - Plastic Injection Molding
Job Description
This role focuses on preventative and reactive maintenance of plastic injection molding equipment and related mechanical and electrical systems in a clean, climate-controlled manufacturing environment serving the automotive HVAC industry. You will troubleshoot complex issues, perform minor fabrication, and work both independently and as part of a small, collaborative maintenance team to keep production running safely and efficiently.
Responsibilities
Perform preventative and reactive maintenance on plastic injection molding machines to ensure reliable and efficient operation.
Execute maintenance work orders and respond promptly to maintenance calls using a computerized maintenance management system (MicroMain CMMS).
Read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, and mechanical drawings to diagnose and resolve equipment issues.
Troubleshoot and repair mechanical systems, including vacuum systems, motors, gearboxes, and cylinders, with an emphasis on hydraulic systems and supporting pneumatic components.
Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic systems (approximately 80% of fluid power work) and pneumatic systems (approximately 20% of fluid power work).
Diagnose and repair electrical systems, including PLCs, sensors, relays, and variable frequency drives (VFDs), primarily working with 24V-220V circuits.
Connect a laptop to PLCs and use ladder logic to troubleshoot electrical system faults on platforms such as Omron, Fanuc, Mitsubishi, and Siemens.
Perform PLC-related troubleshooting on plastic injection molding and associated equipment to identify and correct control system issues.
Operate a fork truck to safely move large components, molds, and equipment as needed for maintenance and repair activities.
Perform minor fabrication and welding tasks, such as repairing or fabricating brackets and small components using ARC, MIG, and TIG welding techniques.
Work autonomously and without direct supervision to plan, prioritize, and complete maintenance tasks and projects.
Support the installation, maintenance, and optimization of new plastic injection mold machines and related auxiliary equipment.
Utilize a computer and CMMS for documentation, parts tracking, and communication of maintenance activities and equipment status.
Participate in an on-call rotation and occasional weekend work to support production needs and respond to urgent maintenance issues.
Collaborate with production and engineering teams to improve equipment reliability, reduce downtime, and enhance safety.
Essential Skills
5-10 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing or similar environment.
Hands-on experience with preventative and reactive maintenance of plastic injection molding machines or comparable automated equipment.
Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing hydraulic systems, with additional experience in pneumatic systems.
Ability to troubleshoot and repair mechanical systems, including vacuum systems, motors, gearboxes, and cylinders.
Experience troubleshooting and repairing electrical systems, including PLCs, sensors, relays, and VFDs, primarily within the 24V-220V range.
Ability to connect a laptop to PLCs and use ladder logic for fault finding and troubleshooting.
Experience with PLC platforms such as Omron, Fanuc, Mitsubishi, and Siemens.
Proficiency with ARC, MIG, and TIG welding for repair and light fabrication work.
Ability to safely operate a fork truck to move heavy components and equipment.
Computer literacy and prior experience using a CMMS, preferably MicroMain CMMS.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while managing multiple maintenance tasks.
Willingness to work an on-call schedule and occasional weekends as required by production demands.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with PLC programming in addition to PLC troubleshooting.
Familiarity with Conair pneumatic systems or similar auxiliary equipment used in plastics processing.
Direct experience in plastics manufacturing or plastic injection molding operations is a strong plus.
Ability to read and interpret detailed technical documentation, including equipment manuals and wiring diagrams.
Strong problem-solving skills and a methodical approach to diagnosing complex mechanical and electrical issues.
Effective communication skills to coordinate with production, engineering, and fellow maintenance team members.
Why Work Here?
You will join a small, tight-knit maintenance team in a clean, climate-controlled facility where your expertise has a direct impact on production reliability and quality. The organization supports long-term stability and offers comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage as well as a 401(k) plan. You have the flexibility to use company-provided tools or bring your own, and you will work in an environment that values technical skill, autonomy, and continuous improvement.
Work Environment
The role is based in a clean, climate-controlled manufacturing facility that produces desiccant bags and moisture control products for the automotive HVAC industry. You will work on a small maintenance team, typically alongside two other technicians on first shift, fostering close collaboration and shared knowledge. The facility uses plastic injection molding machines, associated hydraulic and pneumatic systems, PLC-controlled equipment, and a CMMS (MicroMain). Company tools are available for your use, and you may also bring your own tools if preferred. The position offers openings on first shift (7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday) and second shift (3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., Monday through Friday), with participation in an on-call rotation and occasional weekend work to support operations. The work involves both hands-on mechanical and electrical tasks and computer-based diagnostics, with regular use of laptops, forklifts, and welding equipment in a production-focused environment.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Brookville, OH.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $38.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Brookville,OH.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 2026.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
