Set Up Technician

Aerotek; Missouri; On-site; USD 53,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, & vision insurance

5% annual bonus

Climate-controlled facility

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Set Up Technician for a permanent, on-site role in Lees Summit, MO. The position requires performing mechanical and electrical repairs on production equipment, setting up for runs, and supporting mold changes in a plastic manufacturing environment.

The role operates on a front-half night shift (Sun-Wed, 7:00 PM–7:00 AM) with a pay rate of $24/hr+. The company provides full medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus a 5% annual bonus and regular pay reviews.

Qualifications

• Education in manufacturing, maintenance, or related field preferred.
• Certifications in manufacturing or maintenance are a plus.
• Experience with plastic injection and blow molding processes is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Repair production equipment mechanically to ensure safe operation.
• Repair electrical systems on equipment per procedures.
• Set up equipment for scheduled runs and configure tooling.
• Shut down equipment safely at end of runs.
• Restart equipment after maintenance and changeovers.
• Assist with mold changes on plastic mold equipment.
• Assemble/disassemble molds and related components.

Skills

Mechanical repairs

Electrical repairs

Mold changes

Plastic injection

Troubleshooting

Night shift

Education

Manufacturing/maintenance education

Job description

Job Description

Set Up TechnicianPay Rate - $24/hr.+ (day shift)

Job Description

The Set Up Technician performs mechanical and electrical repairs on production equipment, sets up, shuts down, and restarts machinery, and supports mold changes and related assembly and disassembly activities in a plastic manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical repairs on production equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Perform electrical repairs and adjustments on production equipment in accordance with established procedures.
• Set up production equipment for scheduled runs, including configuring parameters and preparing tooling.
• Shut down production equipment safely and systematically at the end of runs or shifts.
• Restart production equipment after maintenance, changeovers, or downtime, verifying proper operation.
• Assist with mold changes on plastic injection and blow molding equipment.
• Assemble and disassemble molds and related components as needed for production and maintenance.
• Troubleshoot issues on plastic injection and blow molding equipment to minimize downtime.
• Collaborate with production and maintenance teams to prioritize and complete equipment-related tasks.
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean and organized work area.

Essential Skills

• Ability to perform mechanical repairs on production equipment.
• Ability to perform electrical repairs on production equipment.
• Experience setting up, shutting down, and restarting production equipment.
• Hands-on experience with plastic manufacturing processes, including plastic injection and blow molding.
• Ability to assist with mold changes and perform assembly and disassembly of molds.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for plastic injection mold and blow mold equipment.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow standard operating procedures.
• Ability to work effectively on a night shift schedule.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Education related to manufacturing, maintenance, or a related field is a plus.
• Certifications related to manufacturing, maintenance, or a related field are a plus.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a performance-based culture that rewards results with a 5% annual bonus and regular annual pay reviews. The organization supports career growth by offering advancement opportunities based on performance, skills, and attendance. Team members work in a mostly climate-controlled facility, contributing to a comfortable and stable work environment.

Work Environment

The role is based in a largely climate-controlled production facility, providing a comfortable environment throughout most of the work area. Openings are available on the night shift, specifically a front-half schedule from Sunday to Wednesday, 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. The position involves working around plastic injection and blow molding equipment and requires adherence to all plant safety and operational procedures.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Lees Summit, MO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $53000.00 - $56000.00/yr.

Company offers full medical, dental, & vision insurance.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lees Summit,MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 12, 2026.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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