Machine Maintenance Technician: Molding

the LEGO Group•Richmond, VA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Machine Maintenance Technician will be responsible for performing preventive and corrective maintenance on injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment to minimize downtime and ensure production continuity. This role involves troubleshooting and resolving complex mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues, supporting Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) efforts, and collaborating with various teams to ensure effective root cause analysis and corrective actions. The technician will also follow all safety protocols, document maintenance work in the CMMS, identify spare parts needs, participate in equipment installations, and comply with QEHS standards. Willingness to travel domestically and internationally for training is also required.

Requirements

2–5 years of relevant experience in maintenance of injection molding machines or similar automated manufacturing systems.
Proven troubleshooting skills in mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
Familiarity with TPM, Lean Manufacturing, and root cause analysis tools.
Experience with CMMS platforms such as SAP, Maximo, or equivalent.
High school diploma or GED (required).
Working knowledge of injection molding equipment (e.g., Engel, Arburg, Husky).
Working knowledge of electrical circuits, PLCs, sensors, relays.
Working knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, and schematics.
Proficient computer literacy (e.g., Microsoft Office) and familiarity with digital maintenance tools.

Nice To Haves

Completion of a technical certification or associate degree in Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering Technology, or Electro-Mechanical Technology.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment to minimize downtime and ensure production continuity.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues using appropriate tools and documentation (e.g., schematics, manuals).
Support Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) efforts by participating in continuous improvement initiatives and maintaining accurate documentation of maintenance activities.
Collaborate with engineering, production, and quality teams to ensure effective root cause analysis and corrective actions.
Follow all safety protocols including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), PPE use, and participation in safety audits and meetings (e.g., 5S, Kaizen, Proactive Safety).
Document maintenance work in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and report equipment trends or recurring issues.
Identify missing spare parts or required tools and report them promptly to maintain maintenance readiness.
Participate in equipment installations, upgrades, and modifications as assigned.
Comply with internal and external QEHS (Quality, Environment, Health, and Safety) standards and regulations.
Willingness to travel domestically and internationally for training as needed.