Electro-Mechanical Technician

Electro-Mechanical TechnicianWe are hiring an Electro-Mechanical Technician to support the Injection Molding Department at a leading plastics manufacturing facility in Fontana, CA. This is a hands-on, hybrid role combining maintenance, changeovers, process optimization, and technical support — not a traditional single-function maintenance position. Unlike conventional manufacturing environments with separate roles for operators, maintenance, and changeovers, our technicians are cross-functional and handle multiple aspects of production.Key ResponsibilitiesPerform preventive and reactive maintenance on injection molding equipment (approx. 600-ton Husky machines).Handle changeovers, setups, and process adjustments to support production uptime.Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical issues, including sensors, VFDs, and other components.Provide technical support for process improvement and troubleshooting.Collaborate with production teams to maintain quality and efficiency standards.Support blow molding operations when necessary and cross-train across platforms.Assist during off-shift hours for training, breakdowns, or emergencies.Participate in on-call/weekend support rotation as needed.QualificationsStrong mechanical aptitude with hands-on troubleshooting skills.Basic to intermediate electrical knowledge — understanding of components, circuits, and controls.Programming not required.No robotics experience necessary.Background in injection molding preferred (brand experience flexible).Experience with Husky or similar 600-ton injection molding equipment highly transferable.Candidates from other industries welcome; plastics experience is a plus.Ability to read technical documentation and perform hands-on diagnostics.Team-oriented, reliable, and comfortable in a hybrid maintenance role.Compensation & SchedulePay: $34 – $42/hour (based on experience)Shift: Primarily 1st Shift (7:00 AM – 3:00 PM, Monday–Friday)Must be flexible for occasional off-shift work, weekends, or holidays based on plant needs.