**Job Title: Blow Molding/Injection Equipment Technician** **Job Description** We are seeking a skilled Blow Molding/Injection Equipment Technician to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating and maintaining blow molding and/or injection manufacturing equipment, ensuring high-quality production output that meets or exceeds customer expectations. **Responsibilities** + Operate Blow Molding and/or Injection manufacturing equipment, making mechanical adjustments to ensure high-quality production. + Maintain standard production objectives through proper machine operation and accurately record production data. + Make necessary machine adjustments during start-ups and maintain consistent machine operation and product quality according to customer specifications. + Perform quality assurance tests using appropriate measuring devices and basic math skills, entering resultant data into the computer system. Stop production as needed due to quality issues. + Understand start-up and shut-down procedures to minimize downtime and equipment wear and tear. + Ensure proper and safe operational conditions of all production and related equipment. + Improve the production equipment, utilities, efficiency, and reliability. + Understand heat set blow molding machines and downstream equipment. + Participate in Quality training and Good Manufacturing Practice meetings to assist in continuous improvement of plant operations. + Recommend, plan, repair, modify, and fabricate necessary elements following a problem or a project. + Be flexible and available for overtime when required and covering for vacation. + Perform systems room checks as needed. + Operate a forklift as needed. + Perform other duties as assigned. **Essential Skills** + Electrical troubleshooting and maintenance + Mechanical troubleshooting and repair + Knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics + Preventive maintenance + Ability to read schematics and blueprints + PLC troubleshooting and control + Experience with three-phase electrical systems + Conveyor systems and motor maintenance + Installation and repair of industrial equipment + Proficiency with hand and power tools **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Ability to prioritize tasks + Thorough understanding of Krones, Sidel, Husky, and Uniloy machinery + Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic equipment/procedures + Basic knowledge of electricity and control + Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English + Must be able to coordinate movements quickly and accurately in a high-output production area + Willingness to accept any other duties or changes to the position to fit production needs as requested by the manager + High school diploma or equivalent + At least 3 years of experience in a high-speed manufacturing environment **Why Work Here?** We offer a comprehensive benefits package that starts on day one, including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401k, PTO, and paid holidays. Join a team that values continuous improvement and supports your growth and development. **Work Environment** The work environment is a non-climate controlled but very clean facility. Shifts available include 1st shift (6a-2:30pm), 2nd shift (2p-10:30pm), and 3rd shift (10p-6:30a). **Job Type & Location** This is a Permanent position based out of Fort Worth, Texas. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $58240.00 - $76960.00 Benefits start day one Health, Dental, Vision 401k PTO Paid 8 major holidays/Holiday pay PTO is accrued up to 80hrs **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Fort Worth,TX. **Application Deadline** This position will be accepting applications until Feb 8, 2025. **About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.