Manufacturing Associate - Set-Up Operator (2nd shift: 3pm-11pm)

Grimco; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

PTO with pay out options

Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave

401(k) with Profit Sharing — 6% of tot

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Grimco is seeking a Manufacturing Associate - Set-Up Operator for the 2nd shift (3pm-11pm) to prepare and adjust downstream production equipment. You will set blade widths, sheet lengths, corona settings, belt speed, air pressure, and tension to meet work-order specs with minimal startup scrap.

Prior experience is preferred but not required. The role offers full-time employment with hourly compensation ranging from USD 21.75 to USD 26.75.

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude and ability to read work orders.
• Ability to measure accurately and follow dimensional specifications.
• Ability to troubleshoot setup issues related to cut accuracy, web tension, and corona treatment.
• Commitment to safe work practices, including handling sharp blades with approved tools.

Responsibilities

• Set and verify Corona treater gaps and wattage to work-order specifications; inspect electrode alignment and treatment consistency; coordinate dyne testing with Quality Control when required.
• Safely change and install Maxson blades; set blade widths and sheet lengths to work-order requirements, and adjust belt speed, air knives, pull-roll air pressure, and tension for accurate cuts and clean stacking.
• Prepare equipment for startup; route initial trim and scrap properly, keep startup scrap out of finished pallets, and verify pallets, slip sheets, and labels are staged before full-speed production.
• Perform periodic QC checks, identify downstream sheet defects, and make authorized adjustments to limit waste.
• Communicate equipment issues, defects, and adjustments to Extruder Operators, QC, and teammates; document key details at shift handoff.
• Clean Corona rolls and electrodes using approved procedures; remove polymer buildup, scrap, and debris; keep the work area orderly.
• Follow lockout/tagout and blade-handling procedures, use required PPE, and report unsafe conditions and near misses immediately.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Communication

Reading work orders

Troubleshooting

Safety practices

Tools

Maxson blades

Corona treaters

Job description

Manufacturing Associate - Set-Up Operator (2nd shift: 3pm-11pm)

• Full-time
• Compensation: USD 21.75 - USD 26.75 - hourly

Grimco is a family-owned manufacturer and wholesale distributor of sign supplies, serving customers across the US as well as Canada and the UK. Founded in 1875 and still privately held today, we've grown to more than $1.5 billion in annual sales while staying true to its roots as a family business.

At Grimco, our people are the purpose. Every member of our manufacturing team plays a vital role in upholding our standards for quality, safety, and continuous improvement. Here, your ideas and dedication fuel our success. Join a stable, family-owned company that invests in its people and promotes long-term career growth, and make your mark on the future of the sign industry.

Summary

The Set-Up Operator prepares and adjusts downstream production equipment, including shears, roll winders, the Menzel, silicone applicators, Corona treaters, and Maxson sheeters, to work-order specifications. You will set blade widths, sheet lengths, corona settings, belt speed, air pressure, and tension to deliver accurate, consistent product with minimal startup scrap. No minimum experience is required; related manufacturing or machine-operation experience is preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Set and verify Corona treater gaps and wattage to work-order specifications; inspect electrode alignment and treatment consistency; coordinate dyne testing with Quality Control (QC) when required.
• Safely change and install Maxson blades; set blade widths and sheet lengths to work-order requirements, and adjust belt speed, air knives, pull-roll air pressure, and tension for accurate cuts and clean stacking.
• Prepare equipment for startup; route initial trim and scrap properly, keep startup scrap out of finished pallets, and verify pallets, slip sheets, and labels are staged before full-speed production.
• Perform periodic QC checks, identify downstream sheet defects, and make authorized adjustments to limit waste.
• Communicate equipment issues, defects, and adjustments to Extruder Operators, QC, and teammates; document key details at shift handoff.
• Clean Corona rolls and electrodes using approved procedures; remove polymer buildup, scrap, and debris; keep the work area orderly.
• Follow lockout/tagout and blade-handling procedures, use required PPE, and report unsafe conditions and near misses immediately.

Required Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude, strong attention to detail, and clear communication with line operators and QC.
• Ability to read work orders, measure accurately, and follow dimensional specifications.
• Ability to troubleshoot setup issues related to cut accuracy, web tension, and corona treatment.
• Commitment to safe work practices, including handling sharp blades with approved tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, machine operation, plastics, extrusion, or converting, especially with Maxson sheeters, Corona treaters, or similar equipment.
• Knowledge of sheet handling, static control, and tension systems.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Regularly lift, push, or pull 40–50 lbs; stand and walk for extended periods; bend, reach, kneel, and crouch; use small ladders or platforms.
• Fast-paced extrusion and converting environment with heat, noise, static electricity, sharp edges, moving rolls and blades, and electrical components. Required PPE includes cut-resistant gloves, safety glasses, and hearing protection as appropriate.
• Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.

BENEFITS

Full medical, dental, and vision benefits available. Medical premiums have remained unchanged for more than 18 years, costing only $16.50/biweekly paycheck for employee only coverage.

• Paid Holidays
• PTO with pay out options
• Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave
• 401(k) with Profit Sharing — 6% of total compensation
• Employee Referral Program