Sr Maintenance Mold Injection Specialist

Blow Mold Injection Specialist

Hours: 6:50 am- 3:30 pm Monday- Friday

Location: Riverside, MO

Join a Team That Invests in Your Success

At PWI, we believe our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to creating a workplace that celebrates diversity, fosters inclusion, and empowers employees to grow professionally and personally. Our culture of teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvement allows us to deliver exceptional results while providing a safe and rewarding work environment for everyone.

If you're an experienced Blow Mold Injection Specialist with expertise in SIPA systems, injection molding processes, troubleshooting, and industrial maintenance, we want to hear from you.

Why Work With Us?

We offer one of the most competitive benefits packages, beginning on your first day of employment.

Benefits Include:

Medical, Prescription Drug, and Vision Coverage beginning DAY ONE

Dental Coverage beginning DAY ONE

Generous PTO Program with 112 hours in your first year

Paid Parental Leave

Daily Pay Option

Company-Paid Life Insurance for Employees, Spouses, and Children

Company-Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Online Virtual Healthcare

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Gym Reimbursement Program

Company-Paid Wellness Coach

Education and Tuition Reimbursement Program

401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 4%

Paid Holidays

Bereavement Leave

Volunteer Time Off Program

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Employee Water Program - Free Water

Position Summary

The Blow Mold Injection Specialist serves as the technical expert for injection molding equipment and supporting systems. This role is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, optimizing, and improving SIPA injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment to maximize production efficiency, product quality, and equipment reliability.

This position provides technical leadership by training operators, mechanics, and supervisors while driving continuous improvement initiatives throughout the facility.

Equipment Maintenance & Reliability

• Perform advanced troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance on injection molding equipment and support systems.
• Maintain and optimize SIPA injection molding machines consisting of hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and electromechanical systems.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues to minimize downtime.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent recurring equipment failures.
• Support OEM integrations, upgrades, and system improvements.

Injection Molding Expertise

• Troubleshoot and optimize injection molding processes for quality, efficiency, and productivity.
• Maintain mold systems, including hot runners, cold halves, and related mold components.
• Identify wear patterns and component failures through detailed inspection and product analysis.
• Monitor and support resin handling systems, material dryers, blending systems, dehumidification equipment, cooling systems, and conveying systems.
• Assist with material processing and resin management activities to ensure consistent product quality.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Minimum 5 years of experience with OEM integrations and equipment support.
• Strong troubleshooting skills involving hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics.
• Experience using precision measuring instruments including calipers, bore gauges, dial indicators, and depth gauges.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Preferred Qualifications

• Extensive experience with SIPA injection molding equipment.
• Experience with injection molding material processing, resin handling systems, and resin dryers.
• PLC certifications or formal technical education.
• Experience programming and troubleshooting Rockwell Allen-Bradley and Siemens PLCs.
• Advanced knowledge of mold maintenance, hot runner systems, and injection molding process optimization.
• Experience working with high-speed manufacturing and packaging environments.

Apply today and bring your injection molding expertise to a company that values your skills, invests in your growth, and rewards your contributions.