SET-UP TECHNICIAN

Agri-Industrial Plastics • Fairfield, IA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Set-up Technician is responsible for correctly and completely changing blow molding machines and associated equipment over to the next scheduled production requirement. The Set-up Technician is responsible for correctly and completely changing blow molding machines and associated equipment over to the next scheduled production requirement. The physical environment requires the employee to work in a manufacturing and office environment. The employee must have the ability to wear personal protective equipment.

Requirements

• Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• General Computer Skills (Microsoft Office, Enterprise Requirements Planning System)
• Fork Truck Operator Certified
• Lock Out, Tag Out Certified
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment.
• Stand - Constantly
• Walk - Constantly
• Manually Manipulate - Constantly
• See - Constantly
• Speak - Constantly
• Hear – Constantly
• Reach Outward - Frequently
• Reach Above Shoulder - Frequently
• Bend/Twist - Frequently
• Repetitive Motion – Frequently
• Lift/Carry up to 25 lbs. – Frequently
• Push/Pull up to 25 lbs. – Frequently
• Climb - Occasionally
• Kneel/Crawl - Occasionally
• Squat - Occasionally
• Keyboard Use - Occasionally

Nice To Haves

• Communication – Ability to communicate verbally and in writing, clearly and concisely.
• Analysis/Reasoning – Examines data to grasp issues, draw conclusions, and solve problems.
• Creative & Innovative Thinking – Develops fresh ideas that provide solutions to all types of workplace challenges.
• Decision Making & Judgment – Makes timely, informed decisions that take into account the facts, goals, constraints, and risks.
• Problem Solving – Resolves difficult or complicated challenges.
• Accountability & Dependability – Takes personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work and achieves results with little oversight.
• Attention to Detail – Diligently attends to details and pursues quality in accomplishing tasks.
• Results Focus & Initiative – Focuses on results and desired outcomes and how best to achieve them. Gets the job done.
• Self Management – Manages own time, priorities, and resources to achieve goals.
• Operating Equipment – Uses tools, machines and vehicles to transport goods or people, or to create work products.

Responsibilities

• Set up work cells to be production ready by changing machine head tooling, removing and installing molds correctly and safely, and ensuring all other necessary items for production are set up correctly in the cell.
• Recommend revised methods of operation, material handling, equipment layout, or other changes to increase production efficiency and quality.
• Work in conjunction with Engineering, Production, and Quality to produce parts that meet or exceed customer expectations.
• Recommend modification to existing production standards to achieve optimum quality within the limits of equipment capabilities.
• Support Production by trouble shooting machine processing and functionality.
• Assist Maintenance in the repair and upkeep of blow molding machines and equipment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree