Blow Mold Maintenance Technician

The Blow Mold Maintenance Technician serves as a hands‑on technical resource for resolving equipment problems affecting production, diagnosing production issues, and performing equipment repairs and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a hands‑on technical resource for resolving equipment problems and assist with diagnosing production problems.
• Identify and resolve tooling and machine‑related issues; determine corrective actions, procure replacement parts, and perform equipment repairs.
• Perform HVAC maintenance and help clean and maintain equipment in like‑new condition.
• Assist with mold sets and tooling changes.
• Execute work order tasks entered into the MP2 computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
• Train operators and line workers to become maintenance technicians.
• Act as the first responder to line breakdowns, provide prompt notification of equipment failures, and correct breakdowns when available.
• Conduct line leak reviews and construct hydraulic hoses and water lines.
• Maintain good housekeeping; regularly clean work area, machines, and equipment.
• Identify and contribute to continuous‑improvement efforts to reduce costs or increase productivity without reducing effectiveness.
• Apply lean manufacturing tools and methodology.
• Maintain an open, candid working relationship with the immediate supervisor/manager.
• Adhere to company values, policies, procedures, and all applicable safety rules, laws, regulations, and standards.
• Demonstrate regular and punctual attendance at the assigned work location.
• Perform other marginal functions or duties as requested.

Qualifications

• Good mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to accurately multiply, divide, add, and subtract whole numbers to resolve practical problems.
• Proficiency with computers, spreadsheets, and reporting software.
• Willingness to wear and use required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Ability to understand written instructions and complete appropriate documentation.
• Logical approach to troubleshooting and prioritizing production needs.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to recognize problems, pursue solutions, and seek cost‑reduction or productivity‑increase opportunities.
• Effective communication with co‑workers, team members, and internal or external customers; clear and accurate presentation of information.
• Self‑directed improvement of skills, abilities, and job knowledge.
• Good judgment, safe work practices, and cooperative attitude with management, co‑workers, customers, and vendors.
• Integrity and willingness to do the right thing, even when difficult.

Requirements

• Two or more years of related work experience, or a technical degree related to maintenance, or an equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities.