Bilingual Lead Machine Setup Technician – Fast Startups

LINK Staffing; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

LINK Staffing seeks a skilled Lead Machine Setup Technician to support a growing manufacturing operation. The position requires bilingual English/Spanish communication and hands-on leadership to prepare equipment for production, mentor future technicians, and ensure safe, efficient setup across multiple departments.

The role emphasizes training, process improvement, and collaboration with Production, Quality, and Maintenance to minimize downtime and meet quality standards in a dynamic plant

Qualifications

• Must be able to communicate instructions, training, safety information, and production expectations effectively in both languages.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability.
• Ability to follow detailed machine setup procedures and work instructions.
• Ability to read and understand production work orders.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Hands-on mechanical work in a manufacturing environment.
• Dependable attendance and strong work ethic.
• Willingness to learn multiple machine types and processes.
• Work in a non-climate-controlled facility, including hot summer conditions.
• Able to stand for extended periods and perform physically demanding tasks.

Responsibilities

• Set up production machines according to established procedures and work instructions.
• Perform machine changeovers based on production schedules and priorities.
• Install, verify, and adjust tooling, dies, fixtures, and machine settings.
• Verify materials and specifications according to work orders.
• Conduct test runs and assist with first-piece inspections to ensure quality.
• Troubleshoot setup-related problems and adjust machines as needed.
• Coordinate with operators during startup and changeovers.
• Communicate setup instructions and safety information in English and Spanish.
• Maintain accurate setup records and documentation.
• Assist in developing and improving standardized setup procedures.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Mechanical aptitude

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Reading work orders

Job description

LINK Staffing seeks a skilled Lead Machine Setup Technician to support a growing manufacturing operation. The position requires bilingual English/Spanish communication and hands-on leadership to prepare equipment for production, mentor future technicians, and ensure safe, efficient setup across multiple departments.

The role emphasizes training, process improvement, and collaboration with Production, Quality, and Maintenance to minimize downtime and meet quality standards in a dynamic plant