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2nd Shift Maintenance Technician (M-F 3pm-11pm) Job Details | NOVARES The NOVARES website uses cookies. *The Site and these terms of use are governed by French law, excluding rules relating to the conflict of laws. Any dispute arising in connection with the interpretation or performance of these terms of use will be referred to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Paris courts, subject however to any contrary mandatory provisions. The use of trackers is governed by Article 32 II of Law n° 78-17 of January 6, 1978, transposing Article 5.3 of Directive 2002/58/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of July 12, 2002, as amended by Directive 2009/136/EC. To learn more about cookies and trackers, we invite you to visit the following sites: In French FR: http://www.cnil.fr/vos-droits/vos-traces/les-cookies/ - In English EN: http://www.aboutcookies.org/ OUR CULTURE JOB OPPORTUNITIES WORKING AT NOVARES OUR CULTURE JOB OPPORTUNITIES WORKING AT NOVARES 2nd Shift Maintenance Technician (M-F 3pm-11pm) Date: Jul 18, 2026 Location: GRAND RAPIDS, US, 49512 Company: NOVARES Together, let’s create the car systems of the future: With 12 000 employees in 23 countries, we are a global plastic solutions provider which designs and produces cutting edge parts and complex systems for virtually every OEMs in the world. Our innovation strategy drives us to invent unique solutions that shift the way cars interact with passengers and are powered for greener mobility. Automotive technicians, diesel mechanics, fleet and trucking maintenance professionals, and industrial equipment technicians are encouraged to apply. Transferable mechanical and electrical experience is highly valued. Job Purpose The Maintenance Technician – 2nd Shift supports a fast‑paced manufacturing environment by maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing production equipment and facility systems. This role is ideal for hands‑on technicians from parallel industries such as automotive service, trucking or fleet maintenance, industrial equipment repair, or related mechanical and electrical fields. The position provides the opportunity to apply existing technical aptitude while learning plastic injection molding equipment and high‑volume manufacturing processes. Why You’ll Succeed Here • You enjoy hands‑on troubleshooting and problem solving in a production environment • You have mechanical and electrical aptitude and like figuring out how equipment works • You can adapt quickly and handle changing priorities during a busy shift • You prefer working independently while supporting a team • You are interested in learning industrial manufacturing equipment and advancing your technical skills Essential Duties and Responsibilities • Perform scheduled preventive maintenance (PM) on injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment • Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues • Support production by responding to machine alarms and downtime events • Maintain auxiliary equipment including dryers, chillers, robots, conveyors, and material handling systems • Monitor and maintain plant water and cooling systems • Complete accurate maintenance documentation and shift handover communication • Support continuous improvement and cost‑savings initiatives • Follow all safety, environmental, and PPE requirements Qualifications • High School Diploma or GED required; trade school or technical training preferred • One (1) to two (2) years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing or related technical setting required • Experience in automotive repair, fleet or trucking maintenance, or industrial equipment repair strongly encouraged • Forklift certification or ability to obtain Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities • Basic understanding of industrial, automotive, or mechanical equipment maintenance • Mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic aptitude with the ability to learn and apply skills on the job • Exposure to hydraulic and pneumatic systems preferred • Ability to read basic blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation • Ability to work independently on 1st shift with minimal supervision • Ability to adapt to changing priorities and think on your feet • Ability to lift up to 80 lbs and work at heights as required Search Optimization Keywords Injection molding maintenance technician, manufacturing maintenance technician, industrial maintenance, diesel mechanic, automotive technician, fleet maintenance, mechanical technician, electrical technician, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, first shift maintenance, production equipment maintenance Do you want to join a diverse, dynamic and international group, powered by a strong team spirit? Join Us! Novares is looking for its Manufacturing department his/her future 2nd Shift Maintenance Technician (M-F 3pm-11pm) (M/F), located in GRAND RAPIDS GR-PL. Candidate Profile : Level of Experience: Mid-Career Type of Contract: ATW - At Will Contract Required Travel: N/A All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, political orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Nearest Major Market: Grand Rapids Opens in a new tab. Opens in a new tab. Opens in a new tab. @Copyright 2020 Novares. All rights reserved. × When you visit any website, it may store or retrieve information on your browser, mostly in the form of cookies. Because we respect your right to privacy, you can choose not to allow some types of cookies. However, blocking some types of cookies may impact your experience of the site and the services we are able to offer. 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