Maintenance Technician

Job Summary

The Maintenance Technician – Injection Molding is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment to ensure optimal production performance and minimal downtime. This role requires strong mechanical and electrical skills, particularly with plastics processing equipment.

• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on injection molding machines, robots, and auxiliary equipment (e.g., dryers, chillers, grinders, conveyors).
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical issues on production equipment.
• Assist in mold setup, changeover, and alignment as needed.
• Ensure proper function of temperature controllers, sensors, and other process control components.
• Maintain documentation for repairs, PMs, and equipment modifications.
• Work closely with production staff to minimize machine downtime and improve process efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and GMP (if applicable).
• Recommend and implement improvements to increase equipment reliability and performance.
• Monitor spare parts inventory and notify management when replenishment is needed.

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent; trade school certification preferred.
• Experience: 2–4 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment, with specific experience in injection molding strongly preferred.
• Skills: Solid understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems; experience with troubleshooting PLCs and industrial control systems; ability to interpret technical manuals, wiring diagrams, and mechanical drawings; strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail; physical ability to lift, move, and manipulate heavy objects and work in tight spaces.

• Work is primarily performed in a manufacturing plant environment with exposure to noise, moving machinery, oil, grease, dust, and other industrial elements.
• Frequently exposed to varying temperatures depending on facility climate and season.
• Regularly works around high-voltage electrical systems, pressurized equipment, and heavy machinery; strict adherence to safety procedures is required.
• Requires physical stamina and the ability to stand, walk, bend, and climb ladders or stairs for extended periods; reach, pull, push, and carry equipment or tools weighing up to 50 pounds; work in confined spaces or elevated platforms as needed; use hand and power tools safely and effectively; wear required PPE including safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and steel-toed footwear; occasionally required to work overtime, weekends, or be on-call for emergency repairs;
  
  visual acuity and manual dexterity are required to read instruments, use diagnostic tools, and perform detailed repairs.

• We are an equal-opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other status protected by applicable laws.
• Employment with Velocity Concept Development Group is on an at-will basis, meaning either party may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or advance notice.
• Velocity Concept Development Group is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application and hiring process. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact sh
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship for employment visa status, now or in the future. Employment is subject to employment verification and a pre-employment drug test.

• Location:
  
  Cambridge
• Department:
  Molding
• Reports To:
  
  Production Supervisor
• Employment Type:
  
  Full-Time
• Employment Classification:
  Non-Exempt
• Last Revision Date:
  April 8, 2025