Setup Technician

The site in Chaska is seeking an Extrusion Setup Technician to join the team. This role involves preparing, setting up, and optimizing extrusion equipment that produces high-quality plastic tubing for critical customer applications. The position is grounded in the company’s PACE values: People, Accountability, Creativity & Innovation, and Dedication to Excellence.

Responsibilities

• Interpret work order diagrams, extrusion specifications, and engineering blueprints to perform accurate machine setups
• Mount, adjust, and maneuver extrusion tooling according to specifications
• Configure and calibrate extrusion equipment—including alignment, temperature control, speed settings, and other parameters—to ensure optimal performance
• Set up embedded quality measurement systems to monitor tube thickness, diameter, and dimensional accuracy
• Adjust automatic counters and measurement systems to ensure work order accuracy
• Visually inspect and measure extruded products to verify alignment with quality standards and work order requirements
• Collaborate with process technicians and team leads to troubleshoot issues and implement machine adjustments
• Maintain accurate charts for rejected materials and take corrective actions when needed
• Use SAP and other electronic systems to log production data, search for information, and complete required documentation
• Complete production reports, labels, rework sheets, rack tickets, and all other required documentation accurately and on time
• Participate in continuous improvement activities such as 6S, waste reduction, and Kaizen events
• Support cross-functional collaboration by communicating effectively with operators, warehouse staff, and technical partners
• Follow all safety protocols, including PPE usage, equipment guarding, and lockout/tagout procedures
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area at all times

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Must be 18 years or older and have the right to work in the US without sponsorship
• Prior experience in a manufacturing setup environment or plastics extrusion operations preferred
• Mechanical aptitude with basic machine troubleshooting skills
• Ability to understand and interpret work order blueprints and technical drawings
• Basic math and computer/data entry proficiency
• Experience using powered hand tools and measurement tools (e.g., calipers, gauges)
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work
• Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

Benefits

• Compensation: $26-$32 hourly range, dependent on candidate skills
• Annual bonus eligible
• 3 weeks of vacation
• Generous 401(K) plan with an employer match and no delayed vesting
• Excellent health, dental, and vision insurance packages
• Education assistance to support learning and development

Schedule

6AM-6PM Monday-Saturday on a 3 and 4 day rotation schedule.