Field Service Technician

Benefits:Bonus based on performanceCompetitive salaryPaid time off Core Technical Knowledge Understands EBM (Extrusion Blow Molding) machine operation Familiar with Uniloy / Bekum / Kautex / Magic / R&B systemsCan read hydraulic, electrical, and pneumatic schematicsUnderstands machine safety systems and LOTOKnows polymer melt behavior, shear, and die swellUnderstands single-layer and multi-layer extrusion heads Mechanical Skills Clamp teardown, rebuild, and alignmentExtruder teardown and inspection (screw/barrel)Ability to install new screws & barrelsGearbox inspection and oil serviceHead teardown, cleaning, reassemblyDie gap adjustment & head centeringHydraulic troubleshooting (valves, manifolds, pumps)Mold installation and alignmentTrimmer setup, timing, and rebuild knowledgeDiagnoses mechanical failures effective Electrical & Controls Skills Understands Allen-Bradley PLC fundamentalsAble to trace faults in ladder logic / I/OCapable of 480V and control wiring troubleshootingUnderstands drives, servos, contactors, sensorsCan calibrate parison programming systemsKnows temperature control systems (zones, heaters, thermocouples) Processing Skills Can perform full machine startup and warmupAble to set, adjust, and optimize parison profilesTroubleshoots weight variation and distribution issuesAdjusts cycle time and machine parameters for efficiencyUnderstands resin characteristics (HDPE, PP, LDPE, PCR, multi-layer)Can perform container qualification (drop test, top load, capacity) Preventive Maintenance Performs full mechanical PM checksDocuments PM findings thoroughlyConducts oil sampling and filter replacementServices cooling and water systemsPerforms head cleaning and extrusion PMCompletes maintenance logs and PM reports accurately Troubleshooting Capability Diagnoses hydraulic pressure issuesIdentifies extruder output or surging issuesTroubleshoots temperature zone or heater failuresCorrects parison programming faultsFixes mold alignment and flash issuesResolves trimmer and deflashing inconsistencies Professional Skills Communicates clearly with operators & managementMaintains professional customer-facing behaviorTrains plant personnel effectivelyWrites accurate service reports and recommendationsWorks independently with minimal supervisionWilling to travel and support emergency service calls Certifications (Preferred) OSHA 10 or OSHA 30Lockout/Tag out trainingPLC basics courseForklift or man-lift certificationPolymer processing or technical training (Paulson, Routsis)

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