2nd & 3rd Shift: Set-Up Tech

Labor Network; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Labor Network, Inc. in Elgin, IL is seeking a Set-Up Tech for the 2nd and 3rd shifts. You will perform machine and mold/tool changeovers, start up machines, troubleshoot issues, and verify auxiliary equipment to keep production running.

You will read setup sheets, follow safety practices, and coordinate with operators, QC, and maintenance to ensure parts meet quality standards. Transportation to job sites is provided, and first-come, first-served opportunities apply.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform changeovers, startups, and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of auxiliary equipment.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Mechanical aptitude and hands-on problem-solving.
• Ability to read setup sheets, drawings, and work instructions.
• Comfort with hand tools and basic measuring tools.
• Strong safety habits, especially around lockout/tagout.
• Reliability and ownership of the machine’s performance.
• Clear communication with operators, QC, and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Perform machine and mold/tool changeovers.
• Start up machines and bring them to stable, in-spec production.
• Troubleshoot machine and process problems.
• Verify auxiliary equipment (dryers, chillers, loaders, and similar) is working properly.
• Keep production running efficiently and minimize downtime.
• Ensure equipment is set up and operating safely.
• Confirm parts meet quality requirements and company procedures.
• Other duties as directed by supervisor.

Job description

Details

Labor Network began over 30 years ago with a simple but powerful idea: connect good people with good work, and treat both sides of the equation with respect. From our earliest days, we’ve been rooted in the neighborhoods we serve, building personal relationships with employers, knowing our workers by name, and showing up when it matters most.

Over the years, our reach has grown to serve companies across the Chicago metro and northern Illinois suburbs. Our industries have expanded to include light industrial, skilled trades, food prep, manufacturing, machine operations, and packaging & fulfillment. But our approach hasn’t changed: move quickly, understand the work inside and out, and never lose sight of the people behind it.

We’re proud to be a legacy staffing company that has adapted with the times while staying true to the old-school Chicago values we were built on: honesty, hard work, and a handshake you can trust.

POSITION: Set-Up Tech

HOURS: 2nd & 3rd SHIFT

• We provide transportation to and from all jobs - free of charge!
• Job available on first-come, first-served basis.
• Se habla español.

What You’ll Do:

• Perform machine and mold/tool changeovers.
• Start up machines and bring them to stable, in-spec production.
• Troubleshoot machine and process problems.
• Verify auxiliary equipment (dryers, chillers, loaders, and similar) is working properly.
• Keep production running efficiently and minimize downtime.
• Ensure equipment is set up and operating safely.
• Confirm parts meet quality requirements and company procedures.
• Other duties as directed by supervisor.

JOB TASKS:

• Install, remove, and secure molds or tools, using hoists or cranes where needed.
• Set and adjust process parameters (temperatures, pressures, cycle times) to the setup sheet.
• Run first-piece approval and hand off to QC or the operator once parts are in spec.
• Diagnose defects and machine faults, and adjust or repair as needed.
• Connect and check water, air, and hydraulic lines for the tool.
• Complete setup and changeover documentation.
• Support and guide machine operators during startup.
• Follow lockout/tagout, machine guarding, and PPE requirements.
• Must be knowledgeable in company procedures and production requirements for the area being hired for.

What We’re Looking For:

• Ability to perform changeovers, startups, and troubleshooting
• Knowledge of auxiliary equipment
• Commitment to safety, quality, and efficiency
• Mechanical aptitude and hands‑on problem‑solving
• Ability to read setup sheets, drawings, and work instructions
• Comfort with hand tools and basic measuring tools
• Strong safety habits, especially around lockout/tagout
• Reliability and ownership of the machine’s performance
• Clear communication with operators, QC, and maintenance

Job Information

Location: Elgin, IL

Industry: Warehouse

Pay Range: $19.25 - $19.50/HR

Certifications: None

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