Job Details: Level: Experienced, Job Location: New Berlin - New Berlin, WI, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $22.00 - $36.00Hourly, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Job Category: Skilled Labor - Trades,
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SUMMARY OF POSITION
The Setup Technician is a hands-on technical expert responsible for the setup, changeover, troubleshooting, and performance of our blow molding equipment.
This role is a great fit for someone who enjoys figuring out how equipment works, solving technical problems, and taking ownership of machine performance. You’ll work closely with Maintenance and Production, identify opportunities to improve setups and changeovers, and continue developing your expertise in blow molding equipment.
This is an opportunity to become a go-to technical resource while continuing to build your skills and manufacturing career.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Perform changeovers and start-ups on blow molding machines and support equipment
Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain equipment to keep production running effectively
Identify ways to improve setups, changeovers, equipment performance, and efficiency
Develop into a subject matter expert on blow molding equipment and processes
Perform preventive maintenance and partner with Maintenance on equipment repairs
Identify equipment issues and help determine practical solutions
Work independently while collaborating with Maintenance, Production, and other teams
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
Follow GMP, food safety, quality, and company safety requirements
Support other teams and continuous improvement efforts as needed
YOU MAY BE A GREAT FIT IF YOU:
Have 2+ years of maintenance, machine setup, or related technical experience
Have experience with plastics, blow molding, injection molding, or similar manufacturing equipment
Are mechanically inclined and enjoy troubleshooting
Like taking ownership of problems and finding solutions
Want to become a go-to technical expert on equipment
Can work independently while also collaborating with others
Are interested in continuing to build your technical skills and manufacturing career
Qualifications:
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QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES):
High School Diploma or GED.
Must be 18 years or older.
Advanced technical certificate or formal education preferred.
A minimum of 2 years of maintenance or machine set-up experience (plastics or injection molding preferred).
Maintain flexibility in working hours to ensure that production is successful.
Must be able to read, write, and speak English instructions and documentation.
Ability to follow guidelines and work independently (as well as in a team) with little supervision.
Familiarity with basic business computer applications and mobile device applications.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time and lift/carry up to 30 to 50 pounds.
Must be able to use fingers, hands, and arms for regular tasks.
Must be able to climb steps, have a good hand-eye coordination, and bend/squat.
Must be able to wear proper Personal Protective Equipment.
Must be able to operate effectively in temperatures ranging from 60 to 110 F.
Must be capable of visually detecting defects, depth, colors, variances, and see objects.