Set Up Tech DAY SHIFT - Winfield, KS

General Responsibility

The Set-up Technician performs machine and equipment changeovers, prepares equipment for production (i.e. molds, tooling, fixtures) and is actively responsible for facility-wide activities that result in continuous improvement in the changeover process.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Proficient in preparing machines for changeovers and mold preventative maintenance.
• Properly perform preventative maintenance and make repairs to ensure dependable and safe operation of machines and equipment.
• Proficient at troubleshooting and making repairs on all pertinent machines and auxiliary equipment to meet facility scrap and efficiency key measures.
• Performs changeovers for related equipment in a timely and efficient manner.
• Proficient in all safety and housekeeping requirements.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Job Qualifications And Requirements

• Minimum of one-year stable and verifiable work history.
• Demonstrated mechanical capability and a minimum of two years’ experience in a technical related field required.
• Technical certificate preferred.
• High school diploma/GED required.
• Must possess basic math skills.
• Must have working knowledge of hand and small power tools.
• Must possess good communication skills to ensure that clear and concise information is communicated as required.
• Must be a self-starter, self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Must be a good listener, having the ability to receive instructions over two-way radios, and other communication devices.
• Must be able to multi-task.
• Must be able to become certified on operating forklift, scissor lift snorkel lift and overhead crane.

Working Conditions

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to work overtime as well as some irregular hours.
• This position will work in a reasonably clean production environment.
• Due to working in a production environment, the exposure to noise is constant.
• Seasonal weather variations may result in frequent exposure to hot or cold conditions, particularly on the receiving floor and production areas where open doors allow exposure to prevailing weather conditions.
• Physical exertion such as pushing, pulling, kneeling or heavy lifting up to 50 pounds is frequent.