Machine Setup Technician - 3rd Shift

Job Summary

The purpose of this position is to ensure the safe, timely and efficient change of tooling related components for a manufacturing production line /machine changeover. Position is expected to support production in other wide-ranging areas including but not limited to overall line set up, machine operation, and adjustments throughout the production run.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure daily line die sets and tool changes are sufficient to meet production requirements.
• Review schedules and requirements for each production line.
• Communicate with prior and incoming Team Leader/Shift Manager on schedule/die set changeover status and known priorities.
• Notify shift lead of unplanned downtime or risk of not meeting schedule/order requirements.
• Coordinate line changes/die sets at shift start-up and changes for maximum effectiveness.
• Change out dies and associated components as needed for line/machine changeovers.
• Machine set-up after die change as needed.
• Production support as needed, including but not limited to: gripper install and adjustment, material adjustment, staging of changeover components, and machine operation.
• Die shop support as needed, including but not limited to: transport and staging of tools to and from die shop, and cleaning of tools.
• Maintain all areas where equipment is being maintained to 6S standards.
• Work on other shifts for training purposes upon request.
• Report any unsafe acts or conditions.
• Must be able to attain and maintain forklift certification.
• Must adhere to all company and location policies and safety rules.
• Must be able to work extended hours when required.
• All other duties as assigned.

Education, Experience, Skills and Abilities Required for Consideration as a Candidate

• High School, GED or equivalent
• 3 years maintenance experience
• 1 year manufacturing experience — press experience strongly preferred
• Hydraulic training strongly preferred
• Crane certification strongly preferred

Physical Requirements

On-the-job time spent performing physical activities:

• Standing: More than 2/3 of the time
• Walking: More than 2/3 of the time
• Sitting: Less than 1/3 of the time
• Use hands to finger, handle, or feel: More than 2/3 of the time
• Reach with hands and arms: More than 2/3 of the time
• Climb or balance: 1/3 to 2/3 of the time
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl: 1/3 to 2/3 of the time
• Talk or hear: More than 2/3 of the time
• Taste or smell: Less than 1/3 of the time

The employee primarily performs: Medium Work — Lifting 50 lbs. maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 lbs.

Visual acuity requirements: No special vision requirements.

Typical noise level: Loud noise (examples: normal manufacturing conditions, fork truck and maintenance departments).

Work Environment

Exposure to environmental conditions:

• Wet or humid conditions (non-weather): Less than 1/3 of the time
• Work near moving mechanical parts: More than 2/3 of the time
• Work in high, precarious places: Less than 1/3 of the time
• Fumes or airborne particles: None
• Toxic or caustic chemicals: None
• Outdoor weather conditions: Less than 1/3 of the time
• Extreme cold (non-weather): None
• Extreme heat (non-weather): None
• Risk of electrical shock: Less than 1/3 of the time
• Work with explosives: None
• Risk of radiation: None
• Vibration: Less than 1/3 of the time
• Work/job-related travel: Less than 1/3 of the time

Pay

$22/Hr