Set Up Technician
Shift: 3rd shift
Pay: $23-$28/hour based on experience
Location: Kentwood, MI
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide efficient machine setup support to Process Technicians
- Organize setup carts and work with production team on setup reduction
- Clean molds (with extreme care and attention) to meet production needs
- Communicate in an effective and timely manner any equipment issues/breakdowns to maintenance
- Communicate in an effective and timely manner any automation issues/break to the automation team
- Communicate in an effective and timely manner any tooling issues to the Production Manager, Process Engineer, and Tool Room Manager
- Exhibit safety awareness and safe work practices
Organizational Relationships:
The Set-Up Technician I reports directly to the Process Engineer for technical direction and training. The Set-Up Technician I reports to the Team Supervisor for daily work priorities. Team Supervisors and the Production Manager will provide the scheduling priorities for the Set-Up Technician I. Engineering samples or prototype runs will be scheduled in conjunction with the Process Engineer and the Production Manager to avoid complications.
Experience and/or Educational Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent. Prefer two-year certificate or Associates Degree in plastics-related subject
- Preferred 1-2 years experience with plastics injection molding set-up duties
- Good mechanical aptitude
- General understanding of automation systems and equipment
- Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office)
- Basic blueprint reading skills
- Strong written/verbal communication, leadership, interpersonal and motivational skills
- Understanding of ISO and FDA/GMP regulations with regard to production processes and documentation practices
This is a great stepping stone for someone looking to get into a Process Technician role!