2nd Shift Maintenance Technician (M-F 3pm-11pm)

Novares
Grand Rapids, MI

Together, let’s create the car systems of the future: With 12 000 employees in 23 countries, we are a global plastic solutions provider which designs and produces cutting edge parts and complex systems for virtually every OEMs in the world. Our innovation strategy drives us to invent unique solutions that shift the way cars interact with passengers and are powered for greener mobility. Automotive technicians, diesel mechanics, fleet and trucking maintenance professionals, and industrial equipment technicians are encouraged to apply. Transferable mechanical and electrical experience is highly valued. Job Purpose The Maintenance Technician – 2nd Shift supports a fast‑paced manufacturing environment by maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing production equipment and facility systems. This role is ideal for hands‑on technicians from parallel industries such as automotive service, trucking or fleet maintenance, industrial equipment repair, or related mechanical and electrical fields. The position provides the opportunity to apply existing technical aptitude while learning plastic injection molding equipment and high‑volume manufacturing processes. Why You’ll Succeed Here

  • You enjoy hands‑on troubleshooting and problem solving in a production environment
  • You have mechanical and electrical aptitude and like figuring out how equipment works
  • You can adapt quickly and handle changing priorities during a busy shift
  • You prefer working independently while supporting a team
  • You are interested in learning industrial manufacturing equipment and advancing your technical skills
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Perform scheduled preventive maintenance (PM) on injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment
  • Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues
  • Support production by responding to machine alarms and downtime events
  • Maintain auxiliary equipment including dryers, chillers, robots, conveyors, and material handling systems
  • Monitor and maintain plant water and cooling systems
  • Complete accurate maintenance documentation and shift handover communication
  • Support continuous improvement and cost‑savings initiatives
  • Follow all safety, environmental, and PPE requirements
Qualifications
  • High School Diploma or GED required; trade school or technical training preferred
  • One (1) to two (2) years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing or related technical setting required
  • Experience in automotive repair, fleet or trucking maintenance, or industrial equipment repair strongly encouraged
  • Forklift certification or ability to obtain
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
  • Basic understanding of industrial, automotive, or mechanical equipment maintenance
  • Mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic aptitude with the ability to learn and apply skills on the job
  • Exposure to hydraulic and pneumatic systems preferred
  • Ability to read basic blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation
  • Ability to work independently on 1st shift with minimal supervision
  • Ability to adapt to changing priorities and think on your feet
  • Ability to lift up to 80 lbs and work at heights as required
Search Optimization Keywords Injection molding maintenance technician, manufacturing maintenance technician, industrial maintenance, diesel mechanic, automotive technician, fleet maintenance, mechanical technician, electrical technician, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, first shift maintenance, production equipment maintenance Do you want to join a diverse, dynamic and international group, powered by a strong team spirit? Join Us! Novares is looking for its Manufacturing department his/her future 2nd Shift Maintenance Technician (M-F 3pm-11pm) (M/F), located in GRAND RAPIDS GR-PL. Job Purpose The Maintenance Technician – 2nd Shift supports a fast‑paced manufacturing environment by maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing production equipment and facility systems. This role is ideal for hands‑on technicians from parallel industries such as automotive service, trucking or fleet maintenance, industrial equipment repair, or related mechanical and electrical fields. The position provides the opportunity to apply existing technical aptitude while learning plastic injection molding equipment and high‑volume manufacturing processes. Why You’ll Succeed Here
  • You enjoy hands‑on troubleshooting and problem solving in a production environment
  • You have mechanical and electrical aptitude and like figuring out how equipment works
  • You can adapt quickly and handle changing priorities during a busy shift
  • You prefer working independently while supporting a team
  • You are interested in learning industrial manufacturing equipment and advancing your technical skills
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Perform scheduled preventive maintenance (PM) on injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment
  • Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues
  • Support production by responding to machine alarms and downtime events
  • Maintain auxiliary equipment including dryers, chillers, robots, conveyors, and material handling systems
  • Monitor and maintain plant water and cooling systems
  • Complete accurate maintenance documentation and shift handover communication
  • Support continuous improvement and cost‑savings initiatives
  • Follow all safety, environmental, and PPE requirements
Qualifications
  • High School Diploma or GED required; trade school or technical training preferred
  • One (1) to two (2) years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing or related technical setting required
  • Experience in automotive repair, fleet or trucking maintenance, or industrial equipment repair strongly encouraged
  • Forklift certification or ability to obtain
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
  • Basic understanding of industrial, automotive, or mechanical equipment maintenance
  • Mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic aptitude with the ability to learn and apply skills on the job
  • Exposure to hydraulic and pneumatic systems preferred
  • Ability to read basic blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation
  • Ability to work independently on 1st shift with minimal supervision
  • Ability to adapt to changing priorities and think on your feet
  • Ability to lift up to 80 lbs and work at heights as required
Search Optimization Keywords Injection molding maintenance technician, manufacturing maintenance technician, industrial maintenance, diesel mechanic, automotive technician, fleet maintenance, mechanical technician, electrical technician, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, first shift maintenance, production equipment maintenance Do you want to join a diverse, dynamic and international group, powered by a strong team spirit? Join Us! Novares is looking for its Manufacturing department his/her future 2nd Shift Maintenance Technician (M-F 3pm-11pm) (M/F), located in GRAND RAPIDS GR-PL. Candidate Profile : Level of Experience: Mid-Career Type of Contract: ATW - At Will Contract Required Travel: N/A All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, political orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Posted 2026-08-05

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