Engineer – Injection & Blow Molding Maintenance

BD Thai Food & Beverage Ltd

Requirements

Education

  • Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical / Electrical) from a recognized Polytechnic Institute or Technical Board
  • Technical certification in Pneumatics, Hydraulics, or PLC/SCADA systems will be an added advantage
  • Training from a reputed machinery manufacturer or OEM on injection/blow molding equipment is preferred

Additional Requirements

  • Age 30 to 45 years

Experience Requirements

  • Minimum 10 years of hands-on experience in the maintenance of injection molding and blow molding machines in a food, beverage, plastics, or FMCG manufacturing environment
  • Demonstrated expertise in troubleshooting and overhauling injection molding machines (hydraulic, electric, and hybrid types)
  • Solid experience with PET blow molding machines and preform/cap handling systems
  • Proven capability in managing both preventive and breakdown maintenance independently

 

Additional Requirements

  • Age: 30–45 years (relaxable for highly experienced candidates)
  • In-depth knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems used in injection molding machinery
  • Familiarity with different types of injection molding machines: horizontal, vertical, two-shot, and PET preform
  • Experience with linear and rotary blow molding (extrusion blow molding / EBM) is an advantage
  • Working knowledge of PLC systems (Siemens, Mitsubishi, Allen-Bradley, etc.) and HMI interfaces
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical wiring diagrams, hydraulic schematics, and mechanical assembly drawings
  • Knowledge of food-grade lubricants, mold release agents, and cleaning materials compliant with food safety standards
  • Proficient in MS Office: ERP/CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Software) experience is a plus
  • Strong diagnostic and analytical skills with a proactive approach to problem-solving
  • Ability to work in shifts and respond to breakdown calls outside regular working hours
  • Able to communicate with machine suppliers foreign and local, for machine diagnostics.

Responsibilities & Context

BD Thai Food & Beverage Ltd. (BTFBL)

A leading food & beverage manufacturing company in Bangladesh

Industry: Food & Beverage Manufacturing

 

Overview:

Job Category: Mechanical / Electrical Engineering

Application Deadline: 10 days from publication

 

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform scheduled preventive maintenance (PM) on injection molding and blow molding machines as per OEM guidelines and maintenance calendar
  • Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical faults on injection and blow molding equipment with minimal downtime
  • Carry out major and minor overhauling of machines, including screw/barrel assemblies, clamping units, injection units, and mold systems
  • Maintain and service PET blow molding machines including stretch rod mechanisms, blow valves, mold temperature systems, and conveyor integration
  • Inspect and service molds, mould bases, hot runner systems, cooling circuits, and ejector systems on a routine basis
  • Troubleshoot PLC/HMI-controlled systems, electrical panels, servo drives, and variable frequency drives (VFDs) related to injection/blow machines
  • Monitor machine performance parameters (cycle time, injection pressure, clamp tonnage, temperature profiles) and optimize for efficiency and quality
  • Maintain detailed maintenance logs, machine history cards, and spare parts consumption records
  • Coordinate with the QC team to investigate product defects related to molding parameters (flash, short shots, sink marks, dimensional deviation)
  • Manage and control the critical spare parts inventory for injection and blow molding equipment; liaise with vendors for procurement
  • Train technicians and operators on safe machine operation, mold changeover procedures, and first-level maintenance
  • Ensure all maintenance activities comply with industry safety standards, food-grade regulations, and company SOPs
  • Support new mold trials, machine commissioning, and production capacity expansion projects

To apply for this job email your details to apply@chakricircular.com