Card Finishing Technician Crew D 6PM to 6AM

CompoSecure•Somerset, NJ

14h

About The Position

The Card Finishing Technician is responsible for setting up, repairing, performing preventative maintenance on, and operating equipment to meet production goals with a high level of detail and accuracy. The role leads the productivity, maintenance, and quality of Muhlbauer equipment and serves as the primary trainer for new hires in machine operation, including documenting training. The technician completes machine start-up, shutdown, and changeovers; sets up equipment for specific jobs and new programs; checks machine settings and product quality during production; identifies malfunctions and out-of-tolerance conditions; and uses precision measuring instruments to set up and adjust machines. The role also includes maintaining spare-parts inventories, performing minor repairs within capability, and completing computer, maintenance, and accountability logs. The technician must operate assigned equipment safely and efficiently, keep records of time and materials, read schematics, use measuring tools, and respond to corrective actions in a timely manner. The role supports company safety, cleanliness, and environmental programs, including recycling and proper waste practices. Other job functions may be assigned. The position requires at least five years of relevant experience and a high school diploma or GED. Technical school certification or a degree is preferred. The technician must be able to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical problems, program and maintain equipment, and work with pneumatic and hydraulic technologies. This role involves physical work for up to 12 hours per day, including standing, reaching, pulling, walking, bending, climbing, and crouching, and lifting up to 50 pounds. Protective ear coverings are recommended due to shop noise. Short-notice overtime and some weekend work may be required based on production needs. The listed shift is Crew D, 6 PM to 6 AM. The pay range is $19.38–$31.01 per hour, with offers negotiated based on qualifications. The role may be eligible for an annual or quarterly incentive plan. Full-time benefits include medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage; FSA/HSA options; company-paid life and disability insurance; a 401(k) with company match; paid time off and holidays; an employee assistance program; and opportunities for career growth and advancement. Benefits eligibility begins on the first day of the month after the hire date.

Requirements

At least five years of relevant experience.
High school diploma or GED.
Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical problems independently using schematics and diagnostic equipment.
Mathematical skills using units of measure, whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to program, set up, and maintain various equipment.
Competency with pneumatic technology and hydraulics.
Ability to work with limited supervision as part of a customer-driven quality team.
Accountability for meeting customer commitments and product quality requirements.
Ability to understand and carry out oral and written directives.
Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing circumstances.
Task-oriented approach and ability to prioritize workload.
Enthusiastic attitude, cooperative teamwork, adaptability, professional demeanor, self-motivation, creativity, and innovation.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to sustain physical work for up to 12 hours per day, including standing, reaching, pulling, walking, bending, climbing, and crouching.
Availability for short-notice overtime and some weekend work according to production needs.

Nice To Haves

Technical school certification or degree.
Familiarity with precision measuring instruments such as drop gauges and push testers.

Responsibilities

Train new hires in machine operation and document their training.
Lead the productivity, maintenance, and quality of the Muhlbauer equipment.
Complete machine start-up, shutdown, and changeovers.
Understand work order expectations.
Set up machines for specific jobs, including new programs as needed.
Monitor machine operations and verify settings to produce quality products.
Detect malfunctions and out-of-tolerance conditions.
Use precision measuring instruments, including drop gauges and push testers, when setting up or adjusting machines.
Inspect the first part and work pieces throughout production for out-of-tolerance conditions.
Ensure preventative maintenance is completed and spare-parts inventories are maintained.
Pull required fixtures, holding devices, and materials.
Perform minor machine repairs within capability.
Complete computer logs, maintenance logs, accountability logs, and other required documentation.
Operate assigned equipment safely and efficiently.
Keep records of time spent and materials used.
Use precision measuring tools and equipment, read schematics, and work with common measuring tools.
Respond to relevant situations with timely corrective action and resolution.
Engage in and support companywide safety and cleanliness programs.
Contribute to environmental compliance, including recycling guidelines and proper waste and environmental practices.
Perform other job functions as assigned.