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Job Description
Role Summary
Maintenance Technician – 2nd Shift
Location: Portage, MI
Shift: 2nd Shift
MANN+HUMMEL is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support our manufacturing operations on 2nd shift. This role is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining, and improving production equipment with a primary focus on injection molding machines and related auxiliary systems. The ideal candidate will possess strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills and thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Main Tasks
- Troubleshoot and repair injection molding machines, auxiliary equipment, and manufacturing support systems.
- Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to maximize equipment uptime and reliability.
- Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
- Support mold changeovers and equipment setup activities as needed.
- Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, manuals, and technical drawings.
- Troubleshoot motors, drives, sensors, conveyors, pumps, and automated production equipment.
- Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent recurring equipment failures.
- Complete maintenance work orders and documentation accurately within the maintenance management system.
- Partner with production, engineering, and quality teams to resolve equipment-related issues.
- Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Maintain a safe work environment and comply with all company safety policies and procedures.
Experience
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Technical training, apprenticeship, or vocational education in maintenance-related disciplines preferred.
- Minimum of 3 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
- Experience maintaining and troubleshooting injection molding equipment strongly preferred.
- Experience with hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical systems.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical documentation.
- Basic computer skills required.
Preferred Skills
- Experience supporting injection molding machines
- Knowledge of mold cooling systems, resin handling systems, dryers, and auxiliary equipment.
- PLC troubleshooting experience.
- Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and lift up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to work around moving manufacturing equipment.
- Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed to support production requirements.
Why MANN+HUMMEL
At MANN+HUMMEL, you'll join a team focused on innovation, continuous improvement, and operational excellence. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative manufacturing environment.
MANN+HUMMEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Are you full of ideas? Are you keen to take on responsibility and really achieve something? Then our doors are open to you. This company lives out its values, gives people the freedom to use their own initiative, and offers many development exciting opportunities and many exciting projects – all of which awaits you here.