Set-up Specialist

Winegar, Inc.; Waseca (MN); Híbrido; USD 42 000 - 60 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Winegar, Inc. in Minnesota seeks a skilled technician to set up, calibrate, and tune production machines. You will load materials, test operation, and resolve setup issues to ensure smooth production flows.

The role emphasizes reading drawings, measuring techniques, and safe handling of tooling. You will train operators and collaborate with engineering and quality teams to maintain ISO standards.

Qualificações

• Required – High school diploma or GED.
• Desired – 2 yr Vo-tech degree on machining or related field.

Responsabilidades

• Set up and calibrate machines per production specifications and engineering instructions.
• Adjust machine settings to ensure precision and efficiency.
• Load raw materials and test machine operation before full production.
• Identify and resolve technical issues during setup.
• Process First Part Approval.
• Perform basic maintenance and repairs to keep equipment functioning.
• Work with operators, engineers and quality control to optimize performance.
• Prepare tooling, fixtures and machines for next job.
• Ensure all job documentation and gaging are up to date at the workstation.
• Train operators on proper operating procedures and measuring techniques.

Conhecimentos

Self-starter

Willingness to accept challenges

Mechanical aptitude

Strong mechanical skills

Experience operating onsite equipment

Ability to understand drawings

Measurement techniques

Stand for extended periods

Lift up to 50 lbs

Formação académica

High school diploma or GED

Vo-tech degree in machining or related field

Descrição da oferta de emprego

• Set up and calibrate machines according to production specifications and engineering instructions.
• Adjust machine settings to ensure precision and efficiency.
• Load raw materials and test machine operation before full production.
• Identify and resolve technical issues that may arise during the setup process.
• Process First Part Approval.
• Perform basic maintenance and repairs to ensure equipment functions properly.
• Work with operators, engineers and quality control teams to optimize machine performance.
• Prepare tooling, fixtures and machine for next production job.
• Make sure all job documentation (drawing, job traveler, instruction sheet, control sheets) and gaging are at the workstation and up to date.
• Assist foreman with development of set up/operator work instructions to include corrective actions.
• Train operators on proper machine operating procedures and measuring techniques. Follow up to ensure operator has full understanding of job requirements.
• Make sure the total job quantity required is completed before machine change over.
• Return tooling/fixtures and gaging to proper location.
• Communicate daily with other shifts.
• Perform daily housekeeping activities to include keeping work area and workbench clean and clear of unusable material. Maintain a safe work area including keeping the aisle clean.
• Promotes continuous improvement, operator certification, quality, productivity, adherence to ISO 9001 standard, teamwork, waste elimination and safety.
• Other duties and special projects may be assigned.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Required – High school diploma or GED
• Desired – 2 yr Vo-tech degree on machining or related field

Preferred Skills

• Self-starter able to work with minimal direction
• Willingly accepts job challenges.
• High mechanical aptitude, initiative and creativity is a must
• Strong mechanical skills
• Experience in operating on onsite equipment
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to understand drawing requirements.
• Ability to understand measurement techniques.
• Able to stand for extended periods with frequent bending or stooping.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs. on a repetitive basis.