Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Equipment Maintenance

Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on injection and blow molding machines and related equipment.

Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems.

Troubleshoot equipment failures and determine root causes minimizing downtime.

Complete work orders, maintenance records, and documentation accurately and timely.

Electrical and Mechanical Troubleshooting

Read and interpret electrical schematics, hydraulic diagrams, blueprints, and technical manuals.

Troubleshoot PLC-controlled systems, sensors, motors, drives, and control systems.

Repair and replace motors, valves, pumps, bearings, belts, hoses, and other machine components.

Calibrate machine controls and instrumentation as needed.

Injection and Blow Molding Equipment Support

Maintain and repair:

Injection molding machines

Blow molding machines

Robots and automation systems

Material handling systems

Resin dryers and hoppers

Chillers and cooling systems

Air compressors

Conveyors

Hot runner controllers

Temperature control units

Vacuum loaders

Assist in machine startups, shutdowns, changeovers, and new equipment installations.

Facility Maintenance

Perform maintenance on facility systems including:

Electrical distribution systems

Water and cooling systems

Support facility improvement projects and capital equipment installations.

Safety and Compliance

Follow all company safety procedures and OSHA requirements.

Adhere to Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.

Maintain a safe and organized work environment.

Participate in safety training and audits.

Ensure compliance with company quality systems, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and maintenance procedures.

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required.

Technical certification, trade schooling, or associate degree in Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, Electrical Technology, or related field.

Minimum of 3-5 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.

Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

PLC troubleshooting experience (Allen Bradley, Siemens, or similar).

Experience troubleshooting industrial machinery and automated equipment.

Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude.

Understanding of preventive maintenance programs.

Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in plastics injection and blow molding manufacturing.

Experience with robotic automation equipment.

Perform PLC programing

Welding and fabrication experience.

Forklift, aerial lift, and crane rigging experience.

Technical Skills

Mechanical Systems

Pumps

Gearboxes

Bearings

Conveyors

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Electrical Systems

Motors and starters

Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)

Sensors and switches

Electrical panels

Control circuits

PLC troubleshooting

Injection and Blow Molding Equipment

Milacron

Husky

Krauss Maffei

Sterling Blow mold

IMPCO B30

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.

Ability to stand, walk, climb ladders, kneel, bend, and work in confined spaces.

Ability to work around machinery, noise, heat, and manufacturing conditions.

Ability to work overtime, weekends, or on call as needed.

Work Environment

The Maintenance Technician works primarily in a plastics injection and blow molding manufacturing environment where exposure to machinery, moving equipment, elevated temperatures, noise, and industrial materials is common. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required.

Do you want to work with people who are dedicated to innovation and making the world a better place? Do you want to build a career with a company that provides opportunities for growth and development? Mauser Packaging Solutions is that company. Our mission is to help our customers achieve better sustainability with their packaging. And we do that by giving our people the opportunity to do important work, solve interesting problems and be part of a diverse, forward-looking team.

At Mauser Packaging Solutions, you can be proud to work for a company that's always striving to innovate and serve customers better—and help them be better stewards of the environment. Whether you're a seasoned professional—or just beginning your career—there's a place where you can help make a difference at Mauser Packaging Solutions. Join us!

Mauser Packaging Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Job Identification 5773

Job Category Maintenance

Posting Date 07/24/2026, 03:28 PM

Locations Dayton, NJ, United States

Job Schedule Full time

Pay Range The pay rate for this position is $34.76

Benefits Mauser Packaging Solutions offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, paid time off, and other competitive benefits.