Maintenance Technician II

OTTO ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS is leading the nation in the manufacturing of waste containers for residential, commercial and retail markets across the United States. The original OTTO Group was founded in 1934 and is the most widely used brand of residential trash carts in the world with more than 100,000,000 carts in service around the globe.Today, OTTO is a member of the DURAMAX SOLUTIONS family consisting of AMD Plastics, DLB Custom Extrusions, Forming Technologies and Duramax Holdings dba Otto Environmental Systems. We are continuously expanding our plastics manufacturing capabilities in thermoforming, extrusion, injection molding and plastic recycling while providing high-tech products and innovative solutions to meet the needs of our customers.Our Vision is to be the ultimate customer-focused company producing dependable solutions, delivered complete and on time, every time.We manufacture satisfaction!POSITION AVAILABLE:Job Title:Maintenance Technician IIFLSA Status:Non-ExemptDepartment:MaintenanceSupervisor:Maintenance SupervisorLocation:South Bend, INRevised:June 6, 2025Hours:Night or Day; Rotating 8 Hour ScheduleDuties & Responsibilities:E = Essential FunctionsN = Nonessential FunctionsPercentage of time: Job Summary: Performs maintenance activities (preventative, routine, repair) to a variety of plastic injection molding machines to ensure optimum production, quality of product(s) and safety of machine operations.E or N35%For maximal production efficiency projects include:Maintain Plastic Injection Molding MachineryAnalyzes mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and operational problems of plastic injection molding machinesPlan for and take corrective action on related problems foundMaking correct adjustments to ensure maximum production and quality of productEnsures all work performed meets required safety codes and is properly inspectedE30%To maintain effective Equipment Operations:Reviews production schedule to ensure machine(s) are ready for planned production or scheduled routine and preventative maintenance; Make appropriate equipment changes as neededPerform scheduled maintenance activities as needed and/or according to scheduleTest equipment to ensure optimum operations for productionE30%Performing corrective maintenance checksMake preventative maintenance checks and inspection of assigned equipmentReports findings to supervisor and takes appropriate actionRepair and diagnose problems with plastic injection molding machineryRepair and diagnose problems with manufacturing support equipment such as cranes, chillers, air compressors, cooling towers, and HVAC.E5%Other duties as assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor, Maintenance Manager, or Director of OperationsNExperience Level: Intermediate Level (3 to 5 years’ machine maintenance experience) Reports to Supervisor or Manager Works under moderate supervisionQUALIFICATIONS:KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common technical journals, blueprints.Ability to effectively use a variety of hand tools, power tools, and manufacturing related equipmentAbility to effectively present information management.Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.Possesses proficiency and understanding of all aspects of the job.Experience with any of the following large tonnage plastic injection molding machines highly desired: Krauss Maffei, Haitian, Battenfeld, UBE, Cincinnati MilacronExperience with any of the following skills are highly desired:Electrical, Hydraulics, Robotics, Pneumatics, Mechanical, Machining, Welding, Controls, HV/AC, FacilitiesEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:High school diploma or equivalentExperience in a manufacturing environment desiredRequires 3 to 5 years’ machine maintenance experience____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________OTTO ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMSThe Company offers competitive pay commensurate with experience and rewards high performance. In addition, employees enjoy a rich benefits package including: Affordable Pre-Tax Medical Plan with Pharmacy provisionsDental PlanVision PlanHealth Savings Account with Company contribution401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company matchPaid Time Off ProgramCompany Paid Holidays (9)Company Paid Life InsuranceIncentive Compensation OpportunitiesFor more information about the company, visit our website: WWW.OTTO-USA.COM.OTTO is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.In compliance with the ADA Amendments ACT (ADAAA), If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. You can request assistance and/or reasonable accommodation by contacting our Human Resources Department.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals With DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)