Injection and Blow Molding Maintenance Specialist

Job Description

Job DescriptionInjection and Blow Molding Maintenance Specialist

Location: Neptune City, NJ | Employment: Full-Time | Shifts: Day & Night (12-hour)

About Flexcraft

Flexcraft is a recognized leader in blow molding and injection molding. We’re growing—and we’re looking for a maintenance professional who keeps equipment running at peak performance, safely and efficiently.

Role snapshot

• Reports to: Plant Engineer
• Standards: ISO 9001:2015, cGMP, OSHA, Lean/5S
• Focus: Reliability, uptime, and safe operation of production and facility systems

What you will do

• Conduct preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance on molding lines and auxiliaries (extruders, conveyors, chillers, compressors).
• Troubleshoot mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical issues, including 480V three‑phase systems.
• Oversee critical infrastructure: HVAC, DI water, compressed air, vacuum, lighting, building automation.
• Partner with engineering and production to minimize downtime and improve throughput.
• Record all work in the CMMS (e.g., IQMS) and support root cause analysis and continuous improvement.
• Maintain a safe, clean workspace while following OSHA and site policies.
• Assist with equipment installs and relocations; fabricate parts using hand tools and basic machine shop equipment (welding a plus).

Qualifications

• Technical training program or 2+ years of industrial maintenance experience; plastics or pharmaceutical preferred.
• Hands-on expertise with mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems in heavy industrial settings.
• Proficiency with manuals, schematics, and PLC troubleshooting (programming a plus).
• Familiar with ISO 9001, GMP, Lean, and 5S methodologies.
• Computer proficiency: Microsoft Office and CMMS platforms.

Soft skills

• Proactive, solution-oriented, and collaborative.
• Clear communicator; comfortable working independently and handling multiple priorities.
• Adaptable and eager to take on new challenges.

Physical requirements

• Lift up to 50 lbs regularly; up to 70 lbs occasionally.
• Stand, bend, kneel, and climb ladders/steps as needed.
• Work at heights and within tight spaces.

Schedule & shifts

12-Hour Schedule (2-3-2 Format)

• You work 2 days, then have 2 days off
• Then you work 3 days, followed by 2 days off
• Then you work 2 days, and the cycle repeats

This allows for a consistent rotation and includes every other weekend off.

Shift Times
Day: 6:30 AM – 7:00 PM
Night: 6:30 PM – 7:00 AM

Core proficiencies

• Creating Preventive Maintenance Plans
• Maintenance and Repair Skills
• Machine Safety Inspections

Equipment exposure: Injection Molding Machines; Blow Molding Machines

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Optional Voluntary Benefits
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Profit Sharing

How to apply

Important: We use Culture Index in our hiring and development process. Candidates MUST complete the 5-minute survey to be considered: Click here to take survey

Equal Opportunity

Flexcraft is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Join us—apply today and help drive reliability in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.