Night Shift Setup Technician - Lean Manufacturing

Apex-International; Chaska (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex International is seeking a Set Up Technician at our Chaska facility for a Sunday-Thursday nighttime schedule. The role focuses on setting up and maintaining equipment to achieve product stability and specifications, while supporting lean initiatives and continuous improvement.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years in manufacturing, hands-on mechanical skills, and familiarity with PLC programs. A high school diploma is preferred.

Qualifications

• Prior manufacturing experience required (1–2 years).
• Prefer maintenance/set up exposure on high-speed equipment.
• Must be able to read and write at least a 6th-grade level.

Responsibilities

• Disassemble, re-assemble, adjust, program and set up equipment to meet specifications.
• Coordinate tasks related to changes in parts for productions needs.
• Keep parts room clean and assist with tank farm and sanitation areas.
• Ensure communication, training and process improvements occur.
• Support Lean initiatives within the department and perform other duties.

Skills

Mechanical ability

Electromechanical

PLC recall

Hand tools

Math skills

Reading/writing

Education

High school diploma

Tools

PLC programming tools

Job description

Apex International is seeking a Set Up Technician at our Chaska facility for a Sunday-Thursday nighttime schedule. The role focuses on setting up and maintaining equipment to achieve product stability and specifications, while supporting lean initiatives and continuous improvement.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years in manufacturing, hands-on mechanical skills, and familiarity with PLC programs. A high school diploma is preferred.