Molding Machine Maintenance Engineer

Responsibility

• Plan, schedule, and execute preventive and predictive maintenance activities for molding machines, robotic arms, chillers, dryers, conveyors, and other peripheral equipment to reduce unplanned downtime.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and basic electrical faults affecting molding machine performance.
• Perform root cause analysis (RCA) for machine failures and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Maintain and calibrate molding machine sensors, temperature controllers, and pressure regulators to ensure product consistency and process repeatability.
• Ensure critical spare parts availability through proper inventory management and initiate procurement when required.
• Maintain accurate and detailed maintenance records, including machine history, breakdowns, repairs, and parts usage.Assist in the installation, commissioning, and validation of new molding machines and automation systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (production, tooling, QA) to support process improvement and troubleshoot recurring production issues.
• Monitor and report on key machine performance metrics such as OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness), MTTR (Mean Time to Repair), and MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures).
• Lead and participate in improvement initiatives including TPM, Kaizen events, and energy-saving projects.
• Ensure all maintenance work adheres to safety protocols, environmental regulations, and quality standards.
• Train and mentor junior technicians and operators on machine care and basic troubleshooting techniques.
• Conduct periodic equipment audits and risk assessments to proactively identify potential failure points.
• Coordinate with equipment manufacturers or third-party service providers for specialized repairs, upgrades, or retrofitting.
• Support mold changeovers and machine set-ups from a mechanical perspective to ensure quick and accurate transitions.
• Support machine installation, commissioning, and modification projects as required.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by immediate superiors or management as necessary.

Experience / Skill Required

• Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of hands-on experience in maintaining plastic injection molding machines.
• Strong technical knowledge in hydraulic and pneumatic systems, mechanical assembly, and basic electrical troubleshooting.
• Familiar with PLC-based machine control systems and automation interfaces (basic level).
• Skilled in reading mechanical and electrical schematics.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to effectively interact and coordinate with personnel at all organizational levels.
• Good communication and teamwork skills, able to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Computer literate.
• knowledge of relevant quality and environmental standards including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 13485, and IATF 16949.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From RM4,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person