Set-up Technician - Plastics (1st Shift)

The Set-Up Technician supports the production needs of the operation by setting up, adjusting, and troubleshooting machines with assistance and/or direction from management or qualified associates. 

1st Shift: Monday-Friday 7:00am-3:00pm

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Set-up, operate, and maintain equipment as needed to support operations
• Make professional and lasting modifications and repairs to existing equipment with direction from management or qualified associates
• Responsible for cosmetic criteria as specified and communicating criteria to employees
• Relay pertinent product and quality related information to Operators, Inspectors, Supervisors, and peers, in both written and verbal forms
• Documentation of production, maintenance, and QC audits performed
• Organizing and maintaining the order and cleanliness of equipment, storage areas and the department as a whole
• Other duties and projects, as required by production and business need 

Education, Skills, and Experience: 

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Previous manufacturing experience preferred
• Successful completion of Mechanical Aptitude test
• Established ability to identify and communicate issues and offer proposed solutions
• Great attention to detail is required
• Ability to manage interruptions in a professional and respectful manner is essential
• Above basic math skills and reasoning ability
• Moderate computer and Microsoft Office skills
• Forklift certification 

Physical and Weight Lifting Demands 

The physical and weight lifting demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.