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Injection Molding Maintenance Mechanic

Novolex Corporate

Chelmsford, MA 01824 • $29.00 to $35.00 / hr • 10/17/2026

Job Description

Job Description
Step into a Shift Where Your Skills Keep Production Moving

Imagine starting your shift, reviewing the work orders, and moving straight into a mold change on an Arburg press. A bit later, you’re tracing a hydraulic issue on a Husky, checking a limit switch on an Allen Bradley controller, and confirming pneumatic pressures before bringing the cell back online. Before handoff, you log your actions and flag a worn check ring so the next tech knows what’s next. That’s a typical rhythm in this role.

Pay & Schedule
  • Competitive pay rate: $29.00 - $35.00 an hour paid weekly (based on experience)
  • 2nd Shift: 3:00pm–11:00pm (.50 shift differential)
  • 3rd Shift: 11:00pm–7:00am ($1.00 shift differential)
What You’ll Do
  • Carry out mold changes efficiently and safely to minimize downtime.
  • Diagnose and repair electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical issues using diagrams, schematics, manuals, and engineering specifications.
  • Remove and replace defective components using hoists, hand tools, and power tools; verify form, fit, and function of parts.
  • Measure critical dimensions with rules, calipers, micrometers, and other precision instruments to ensure proper tolerances.
  • Execute preventive maintenance and cleaning on production machinery to sustain reliability.
  • Work to OSHA, federal, local, and plant safety standards at all times.
  • Apply working knowledge of support systems including chillers and compressors to keep lines stable.
  • Report mold or machine deficiencies promptly to management and recommend corrective actions.
  • Document actions, note irregularities, and communicate ongoing needs to keep crossshift continuity.
  • Complete assigned training courses as directed by management.
  • Assist with additional tasks as needed or assigned.
What You Bring
  • High school diploma or equivalent plus technical training.
  • 4+ years in a manufacturing maintenance mechanic/technician capacity.
  • Forklift operation experience.
  • Clear, professional English communication (written and verbal) and basic computer proficiency for documentation.
  • Personal tool set appropriate for a Maintenance Mechanic.
  • Ability to work overtime as required, including weekends.
Physical & Work Environment
  • Regular standing, walking, bending, stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling, stair and ladder climbing; lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Comfort working in a typical manufacturing setting with seasonal heat/cold and equipment noise.
  • Consistent use of appropriate PPE for each task.
Equipment You’ll Support
  • Injection Molding Machine (Husky, Arburg, Toshiba, Milacron, Toyo, Van Dorn, Sumitomo, Engel, Haitian, Bole, Nissei, Niigata, Sodick)
  • Conveyor Systems
  • Allen Bradley
  • Fanuc
Compliance Statements
  • Must be eligible to work in the United States
  • Successful completion of pre-employment background and drug screen