Card Finishing Technician Crew D 6PM to 6AM

CompoSecure•Somerset, NJ

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 technician 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 role includes machine start-up, shutdown, and changeovers; setting up equipment for specific jobs and new programs; verifying machine settings; detecting malfunctions or out-of-tolerance conditions; and inspecting first parts and work throughout production. The technician uses precision measuring instruments, completes maintenance and production documentation, maintains spare-parts inventories, and performs minor repairs within their capabilities. They must operate equipment safely and efficiently, troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues, and work with limited supervision as part of a customer-driven quality team. The position requires physical work for up to 12 hours per day, including standing, reaching, pulling, walking through the shop, bending, climbing, and crouching. The shop may be noisy enough that protective ear coverings are recommended. Short-notice overtime and some weekend work may be required according to production needs. The listed schedule is Crew D, 6 PM to 6 AM.

Requirements

Minimum 1–5 years of direct experience in industrial maintenance and repair.
High school diploma or GED required.
Ability to independently troubleshoot mechanical and electrical problems using schematics and diagnostic equipment.
Knowledge of mathematical skills and units of measure, including 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 and as a member 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 remain flexible.
Task-oriented approach and ability to prioritize workload.
Enthusiastic, cooperative, adaptable, professional, self-motivated, creative, and innovative demeanor.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Ability to sustain physical work for up to 12 hours per day, including standing, reaching, pulling, sight, walking through the shop, bending, climbing, and crouching.

Nice To Haves

Technical school certification or degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Train new hires in machine operation and document their training.
Lead the productivity, maintenance, and quality of Muhlbauer equipment.
Perform machine start-up, shutdown, and changeovers.
Understand work-order expectations and set up machines for specific jobs, including new programs as needed.
Observe machine operations and verify settings to produce quality products.
Detect machine malfunctions and out-of-tolerance conditions.
Use precision measuring instruments, including drop gauges and push testers, to set up or adjust machines.
Inspect first parts and work pieces throughout production runs 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, maintenance, and accountability logs and other required documentation.
Operate assigned equipment safely and efficiently and keep records of time spent and materials used.
Use precision measuring tools and equipment, read schematics, and work with common measuring tools.
Respond to and resolve relevant situations through timely corrective action.
Engage in and support companywide safety and cleanliness programs.
Contribute to environmental management compliance, including recycling guidelines, proper waste handling, and other environmental practices.
Perform other job functions as assigned.