2ND SHIFT MAINTENANCE MECHANIC / SET-UP TECHNICIAN – SANTA FE SPRINGS, CA

MANUFACTURING COMPANY IN SANTA FE SPRINGS, CA IS LOOKING FOR A 2ND SHIFT MAINTENANCE MECHANIC / SET-UP TECHNICIAN!

We are looking for a strong Industrial Maintenance Mechanic who is both mechanically and electrically skilled to join a smaller manufacturing facility of approximately 50 employees.

This is a hands-on position where you will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on industrial machinery, while also assisting with machine setups, mold changes, and changeovers.

Mold setup/changeover experience is NOT required. If you are a strong industrial maintenance mechanic who is willing to learn, the company will train you!

PAY & SCHEDULE

Pay: $32.00–$36.00/hour, depending on experience

2nd Shift:
Monday–Friday
2:30 PM – 11:00 PM

There is significant overtime available, and employees will frequently work Monday–Saturday.

Typical Saturday Hours:
12:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Candidates must be comfortable working overtime and Saturdays as needed.

MUST-HAVE REQUIREMENTS

Please review these requirements carefully before applying.

• U.S. citizenship required due to the company’s regulated government/defense-related manufacturing environment.

• Must have previous industrial/manufacturing maintenance experience.

• Must be both mechanically AND electrically skilled.

• Must have hands-on experience troubleshooting and repairing industrial machinery.

• Must have a stable employment history. We are looking for candidates who have demonstrated long-term commitment to previous employers, ideally 3–4+ years per position.

• Must be trainable and willing to learn mold setups, mold changes, and equipment changeovers.

• Previous injection molding, compression molding, mold change, or machine setup experience is a major plus but NOT required.

• Must be interested in making a long-term career move based on factors such as the position itself, schedule, commute, career opportunity, or professional growth.

• Must be comfortable working 2nd shift and significant overtime, including Saturdays when required.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Maintenance Mechanic / Set-Up Technician will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and setting up manufacturing equipment in a custom molding environment.

The primary focus of the position is industrial equipment maintenance and repair. The technician will also learn to perform mold changes, machine setups, and changeovers on injection and compression molding equipment.

MAINTENANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain industrial manufacturing machinery and facility equipment.

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance (PMs).

• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical equipment problems.

• Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic systems and equipment.

• Maintain and repair equipment including:

  • Injection molding presses

  • Compression/hydraulic molding presses

  • Chillers and water circulation systems

  • Pumps

  • Compressors

  • Lathes and mills

  • Related production and facility equipment

• Diagnose equipment failures and determine appropriate repairs.

• Repair and replace mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic components.

• Disassemble, repair, reassemble, and test production machinery.

• Inspect and test equipment following repairs to verify proper operation.

• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, equipment manuals, and manufacturer specifications.

• Support installation and setup of new machinery.

• Document preventive maintenance, repairs, modifications, and equipment upgrades.

MOLD SETUP & CHANGEOVER RESPONSIBILITIES

The company is willing to train a strong Maintenance Mechanic in this portion of the position.

• Perform mold changes and machine setups on injection and compression molding equipment.

• Install molds and prepare machines for production.

• Assist with equipment changeovers between production runs.

• Set up molding equipment according to production specifications.

• Verify correct materials, specifications, travelers, and tooling before startup.

• Adjust equipment parameters to improve quality, consistency, cycle time, and production efficiency.

• Inspect initial molded parts before Quality approval.

• Monitor equipment and processes during production.

• Work closely with production and quality personnel to maintain efficient operations.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

• Previous industrial maintenance experience required.

• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills.

• Strong industrial electrical troubleshooting skills.

• Experience troubleshooting hydraulic equipment and systems.

• Ability to diagnose machinery failures and independently complete repairs.

• Ability to read blueprints, diagrams, equipment manuals, and technical documentation.

• Experience using hand tools, power tools, meters, and maintenance equipment.

• Injection or compression molding experience is a plus.

• Mold change and machine setup experience is a plus.

• Trade school or technical training is preferred but not required.

• Forklift experience is preferred.

• Strong troubleshooting, communication, organization, and time-management skills.

MANUFACTURING & QUALITY ENVIRONMENT

This position operates within a regulated manufacturing environment supporting requirements including:

ISO 9001:2015 | AS9100 | DOD Requirements | NIST 800-171 | ITAR

Strong attention to safety, quality, documentation, equipment reliability, and established manufacturing procedures is required.

APPLY TODAY

If you are an experienced Maintenance Mechanic, Industrial Maintenance Technician, Electro-Mechanical Technician, Maintenance Technician, Industrial Mechanic, or Multi-Craft Maintenance Technician looking for a stable 2nd shift opportunity in Santa Fe Springs, CA, apply today.

$32–$36/HR | 2ND SHIFT | OVERTIME AVAILABLE | MOLD SETUP TRAINING PROVIDED