Extrusion Setup Lead Technician

A. B. Boyd Co.; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Boyd in Elkhart, Indiana is seeking a Manufacturing Set-Up Technician to support extrusion production. You will ensure proper machine setup, address issues, and document changes while leading a team of operators and managing rotations and downtime.

The role requires hands-on setup of extrusion machinery, adherence to quality systems, and strong communication to document reports and coordinate with maintenance and supervisors. On-site work is expected.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures of plastic extrusion.
• Strong communication skills—written and verbal.
• Ability to read a work order and use a tape measure within 1/16”

Responsibilities

• Set up extrusion machinery and downstream equipment and tooling.
• Operate extrusion machinery daily with multiple materials and configurations.
• Clean equipment and tools used in the extrusion process.
• Complete detailed documentation related to machine setup and quality system requirements.
• Identify and correct problems; train others; document changes; monitor scrap reduction.
• Identify and assist in resolving safety, health, or environmental issues and maintain GMPs.
• Fill in for operators during breaks and rotation.
• Produce quality parts and inspect profiles to meet manufacturing requirements.
• Inspect material quality and alert about issues or failures.
• Report equipment failures to Maintenance and update setup sheets as required.
• Must have knowledge to set up all lines within the plant.

Job description

Boyd in Elkhart, Indiana is seeking a Manufacturing Set-Up Technician to support extrusion production. You will ensure proper machine setup, address issues, and document changes while leading a team of operators and managing rotations and downtime.

The role requires hands-on setup of extrusion machinery, adherence to quality systems, and strong communication to document reports and coordinate with maintenance and supervisors. On-site work is expected.