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Maintenance Technician Level III – Injection & Compression Molding
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Work Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Experience Required: 5 – 10 Years
Compensation: USD 62,000 – 83,000
Shift Differential: +$1.50/hour (3rd Shift Premium)
Eligibility: US Citizen or Green Card Holder
Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician III (3rd Shift) for a high-volume plastics manufacturing operation located in Mebane, North Carolina. The Maintenance Tech III is a senior-level technical role responsible for optimizing equipment performance, performing complex preventive and corrective maintenance, and leading automation, repair, and upgrade projects.
This position requires deep technical expertise in Injection, Compression, and Composite Molding environments, with the ability to interpret advanced schematics, lead troubleshooting efforts, and mentor junior technicians. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem solver who thrives in an automated, fast-paced production environment.
Key Responsibilities
Experience Required: 5 – 10 Years
Compensation: USD 62,000 – 83,000
Shift Differential: +$1.50/hour (3rd Shift Premium)
Eligibility: US Citizen or Green Card Holder
Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician III (3rd Shift) for a high-volume plastics manufacturing operation located in Mebane, North Carolina. The Maintenance Tech III is a senior-level technical role responsible for optimizing equipment performance, performing complex preventive and corrective maintenance, and leading automation, repair, and upgrade projects.
This position requires deep technical expertise in Injection, Compression, and Composite Molding environments, with the ability to interpret advanced schematics, lead troubleshooting efforts, and mentor junior technicians. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem solver who thrives in an automated, fast-paced production environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead complex preventive and corrective maintenance on molding, extrusion, and automation equipment.
- Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and control system issues.
- Install, modify, and verify proper function of machines, robots, and automated systems.
- Fabricate and repair machine components using mills, lathes, grinders, welders, and cutting torches.
- Perform welding and metal fabrication (MIG, TIG, stick, oxy/acetylene, and plasma).
- Interpret and update blueprints, ladder logic, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics.
- Utilize PLCs and servo/drive systems for troubleshooting and control logic verification.
- Layout, assemble, and maintain pipe systems, valves, and pneumatic/hydraulic circuits.
- Initiate and lead machine modification or improvement projects to increase reliability and output.
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Serve as a mentor for Level I and II Maintenance Technicians, guiding in repair, troubleshooting, and maintenance techniques.
- Two- or four-year technical degree/certificate, OR 10–15 years of equivalent hands-on maintenance experience in an industrial manufacturing environment.
- Minimum 8–10 years of preventive and corrective maintenance experience in at least one of the following processes:
- Injection Molding
- Compression Molding
- Composite Molding
- Roto-Molding
- Advanced ability to read and interpret mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic schematics.
- Demonstrated ability to diagnose and repair complex automation and machine control systems.
- Proficient in PLC logic troubleshooting, robotics interfacing, and drive system repairs.
- Skilled in fabrication, machining, and welding for part modification or repair.
- Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) in English.
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Proven record of reliability, job stability, and leadership in maintenance roles.
- Hands-on experience with:
- Haitian and JSW injection molding machines
- Husky hydraulic injection systems
- Blow molding and Uniloy Structural Web molding machines
- Star and Yushin robots
- Ferry rotational molding systems
- Compression press or Martin Pultution molding equipment
- Conair, Matsui, and Una-Dyn material handling systems
- Prior certification in forklift, scissor lift, or boom lift operation.
- Strong computer skills (Excel, Outlook, CMMS, maintenance tracking systems).
- Background in Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and TPM practices.
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Ability to mentor and lead cross-functional maintenance improvement projects.
- Shift: 3rd Shift | 11:00 PM – 7:30 AM | Monday – Friday
- Shift Differential: +$1.50/hour
- Interview Process: 1 On-Site Round (Mandatory)
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Preferred Candidate Location: North Carolina (Mebane, Greensboro, Raleigh–Durham)
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Voluntary Short & Long-Term Disability
- Employer-Paid Long-Term Disability & Basic Life Insurance
- Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
- Employee Discount Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Telehealth Access via LiveHealth Online
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