Position Overview

Pittsfield Plastics Engineering, LLC (PPE), a privately held and established injection molding company, is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to join our manufacturing team in Pittsfield, MA.

Reporting to the Plant Manager and Maintenance Manager , the Maintenance Technician will help ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of our facility by maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing injection molding machines and related equipment. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of maintenance experience in an injection molding or manufacturing environment, with strong mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic troubleshooting skills.

Job Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain injection molding machinery and associated mechanical and electrical components.
• Troubleshoot and maintain hydraulic, pneumatic, air, and water systems, including pipes, hoses, valves, and manifolds.
• Install, modify, and maintain auxiliary equipment, including robots, conveyors, and programmable controllers.
• Set up and remove injection molds as needed to support the production schedule.
• Troubleshoot equipment and molding processes to help maintain product quality and improve production efficiency.
• Read and interpret blueprints, electrical diagrams, and hydraulic and pneumatic schematics.
• Perform preventive maintenance, including cleaning, lubrication, and inspection of machinery, bearings, shafts, gears, and other components.
• Install, maintain, and repair electrical equipment, temperature controllers, wiring, and electronic components.
• Maintain and inspect Y-strainers and the C-room water filtration system.
• Perform welding and fabrication repairs as needed.
• Inspect and maintain platen holes to ensure proper equipment condition and functionality.
• Perform crane inspections and report any maintenance or safety concerns.
• Conduct oil room inspections and maintain a clean, safe, and organized area.
• Complete daily press inspections and identify equipment issues requiring attention.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and perform repairs to minimize production downtime.
• Follow all company safety procedures and maintenance practices.
• Work collaboratively with production and management to support daily operations and equipment reliability.

• Minimum of 5 years of maintenance experience in injection molding or a related manufacturing environment preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting and repair skills involving mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Experience with injection molding machines, molds, and auxiliary equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and equipment schematics.
• Welding and fabrication experience a must.
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs and equipment inspections.
• Ability to identify potential equipment problems and take appropriate corrective action.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Commitment to workplace safety and maintaining reliable production equipment.