Equipment Setup Technician — Keep Production Flowing

Lumesse; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectrum Brands is seeking an Equipment Set Up Technician to perform machine set-ups, changeovers, and adjustments, ensuring safe, efficient production. You will troubleshoot issues, support lean practices, and coordinate across teams to maintain high-quality output.

The role requires basic mechanical skills, ability to read SOPs, and experience in a regulated manufacturing environment. Overtime and a strong safety mindset are expected to meet production goals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of one year in manufacturing or similar mechanical/technical role preferred.
• Experience with machine set-ups, changeovers, troubleshooting, or equipment adjustments preferred.
• Basic mechanical aptitude with ability to diagnose and resolve equipment or process issues.
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions, SOPs, technical manuals, and job aids.
• Familiarity with cGMP, safety standards, or regulated manufacturing environments is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication and teamwork across shifts and departments.

Responsibilities

• Model Spectrum Brands’ values and behaviors while supporting a culture of safety, quality, teamwork, and operational excellence.
• Perform machine set-ups, product changeovers, tooling adjustments, and equipment modifications to support production requirements.
• Monitor, test, troubleshoot, and diagnose machinery or equipment issues using appropriate tools, testing devices, manuals, and technical resources.
• Resolve operational and mechanical issues quickly and effectively to minimize downtime.
• Maintain knowledge of production equipment, manufacturing processes, SOPs, cGMP requirements, and safety standards.
• Ensure production equipment operates safely and efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Perform preventive maintenance tasks and minor repairs per procedures and guidelines.
• Support production uptime by identifying opportunities for process improvements, equipment enhancements, and waste reduction.
• Collaborate with Team Coordinators, Supervisors, Maintenance, and Production teams to improve line performance and implement improvements.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Reading SOPs

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

Spectrum Brands is seeking an Equipment Set Up Technician to perform machine set-ups, changeovers, and adjustments, ensuring safe, efficient production. You will troubleshoot issues, support lean practices, and coordinate across teams to maintain high-quality output.

The role requires basic mechanical skills, ability to read SOPs, and experience in a regulated manufacturing environment. Overtime and a strong safety mindset are expected to meet production goals.