Branex Group · 2 days ago
Injection Molding Maintenance Technician
Branex Group is a Minority-owned Technical Staffing firm headquartered in Auburn Hills, MI. They are seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to repair, troubleshoot, and maintain a wide range of manufacturing equipment, ensuring equipment downtime remains at 10% or less and supporting safety and productivity across the plant.
Staffing & Recruiting
Responsibilities
Repair and maintain all plant machinery, equipment, buildings, and grounds
Troubleshoot mechanical devices by observing operation and listening for issues
Disassemble equipment to remove defective components and inspect worn parts
Adjust, repair, or replace functional components, control instruments, and mechanical assemblies
Perform lubrication, cleaning, and mechanical adjustments on machines
Test machinery performance after repairs or adjustments
Troubleshoot and repair electrical equipment and control systems
Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with quality procedures
Conduct plant-wide safety checks and complete preventive maintenance (PMs)
Complete maintenance request forms and tag equipment upon completion
Follow OSHA and ANSI safety standards and procedures
Submit requisitions for parts and materials with proper authorization
Provide own basic tools for daily maintenance tasks
Respond promptly to maintenance needs and perform timely repairs
Qualification
Required
3–5 years of experience in troubleshooting plastic injection molding and secondary equipment
Ability to multitask and work safely in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Ability to read and execute tasks from work instructions
Industrial electrical troubleshooting experience
Familiarity with hydraulics, pneumatics, electronics, HVAC, and plant machinery
Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 lbs
Frequent bending, stooping, twisting, standing, and repetitive movements for 8–12 hours
Ability to reach above shoulder level and perform fine motor tasks
Comfortable ascending/descending stairs, ladders, forklifts, and lifts
Ability to work at heights and in proximity to moving mechanical parts
Exposure to moderate to loud noise levels, fumes, vibration, and potential electrical hazards
Requires close vision and color identification
Ability to work independently with limited supervision
Ability to remain stationary for extended periods
Preferred
Experience with robotics, programmable controls (including troubleshooting and program modification) highly preferred
Ability to read mechanical and electrical drawings (preferred)
EOAT (End of Arm Tooling) design/fabrication experience a plus
Proficiency in valve gate design/installation strongly preferred
Forklift (sit-down/stand-up) and scissor lift experience; willingness to obtain certification
Willingness to pursue continuous training and skill development
Benefits
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision insurance
Paid time off
401(k)
Company
Branex Group
Branex Group is headquartered in Auburn Hills, MI and is a certified Women’s owned business through the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC).
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase