Setup Technician

Set-Up Technician Level 1 – Plastic Extrusion

Please note this is a 3rd shift 11:30pm - 8am position.

Job Summary

The Set-Up Technician Level 1 is responsible for operating, setting up, and maintaining plastic extrusion production lines to manufacture high-quality plastic tubing products. This position requires mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, basic mathematical skills, and the ability to troubleshoot equipment while following established safety, quality, and production procedures.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Set up, start, operate, and monitor plastic extrusion production lines.
• Perform machine adjustments to ensure products meet specifications.
• Perform screen changes, spool changes, and wire tension adjustments.
• Troubleshoot and correct wire-out issues and production inconsistencies.
• Load raw materials and operate extrusion and automation equipment.
• Monitor product dimensions, quality, and production accuracy.
• Perform quality inspections and make necessary adjustments.
• Scan materials and enter production information into Unipoint.
• Review work orders and follow production specifications.
• Perform preventative maintenance and maintain clean, organized work areas.
• Follow all safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) requirements.
• Assist with Hanger/Packer duties as needed.
• Train employees on basic extrusion machine operations.
• Complete 5S housekeeping and workplace organization activities.

Qualifications & Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.

• Minimum of 6 months of relevant manufacturing or machine operation experience.
• Mechanical aptitude or hands-on mechanical experience.
• Automotive mechanic, machine shop, or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and fractions.
• Ability to read work orders, measurements, and production specifications.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a production team.

Schedule & Hours

• Full-time position.
• Monday – Friday.
• 8-hour shifts / 40 hours per week.
• Overtime and weekends may be required based on production needs.

Key Skills

• Mechanical aptitude
• Machine operation
• Troubleshooting
• Basic mathematics
• Quality control
• Critical thinking
• Problem-solving
• Attention to detail

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and move production materials as required.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing and production environment.
• Ability to operate machinery and perform repetitive tasks safely.

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