Setup Technician

Are you looking to make a career change to an exciting company? This exciting opportunity as a Setup Technician offers a competitive salary plus an excellent benefits package including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, paid PTO etc. Does this position match your future career goals? Then this Setup Technician could be the right fit for you.

• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot extruders, braiding equipment, wrapping and winding machines, and test/measurement systems.
• Read and interpret setup sheets, work instructions, and technical drawings to ensure accurate production.
• Assist in developing setup and process sheets for newly introduced products.
• Perform minor to moderate preventive maintenance to support equipment reliability and uptime.
• Monitor, record, and analyze process parameters, quality inspection results, and equipment performance metrics.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and maintenance teams to drive process improvements and resolve issues.
• Support cross-functional activities as needed, including material handling, inventory staging, and quality documentation.

• Minimum of 5 years of hands‑on experience in a manufacturing environment as a setup or maintenance technician.
• Strong mechanical or electromechanical aptitude; experience with extruders, braiders, or winding/wrapping equipment is preferred but not required.
• Proven ability to work independently, manage work orders, and take full ownership of equipment setup and production runs.
• Proficient with measurement tools and testing equipment for in‑process monitoring and verification.
• Strong mathematical skills, including use of fractions, decimals, and basic algebra/trigonometry for equipment setup, tolerances, run rates, and inspections.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment, including prolonged standing and lifting up to 35 lbs regularly and 50 lbs occasionally.
• Forklift certification and experience with warehouse equipment (e.g., pallet jacks) preferred.
• Additional experience in quality inspection, CNC machining, CAD, or equipment maintenance is highly desirable.

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401K
• Paid Time Off
• Direct Hire

Salary: $30-$45/hr