Set Up Technician

Washington Mills; Town of Sun Prairie (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington Mills in Sun Prairie, WI is seeking a Set Up Technician to support extrusion operations. This full-time, hourly role focuses on new order set-up and equipment maintenance.

You will train as an extrusion operator, set up work orders, perform basic repairs, and coordinate with the Production Manager on scheduling and planning. The position emphasizes safety, teamwork, and a clean, efficient work environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Prior mechanical or maintenance experience.
• Detail-oriented and able to work unsupervised.
• Training provided for maintenance of all Washington Mills equipment.
• Strong commitment to safety and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Train as an extrusion operator to learn machines, products and processes.
• Set up new work orders as dictated by scheduling and the set-up specifications.
• Complete basic repairs on extrusion and support equipment.
• Coordinate plans for pending work orders with the Production Manager.
• Support quality assurance efforts through daily monitoring of the extrusion equipment and products.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment at all times

Skills

Detail-oriented

Maintenance experience

Team player

Safety-conscious

Unsupervised work

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Set Up Technician

Position type: Full-Time, Hourly

Location: Sun Prairie, WI

Ask Yourself This

Do you thrive in an employee-focused environment with a small-company feel? Are you looking for an exciting and rewarding challenge with an opportunity to grow and make an impact? If this sounds like you, then join us as our next Production Mechanic in Sun Prairie, WI!

What You’ll Do

The position of Set Up Technician reports to the Production Manager and has multiple responsibilities related to the efficient operation of the extrusion lines. The primary duties are related to new order set-up, maintenance of all extrusion equipment, and support for daily extrusion operations.

• Train as an extrusion operator to learn machines, products and processes.
• Set up new work orders as dictated by scheduling and the set-up specifications
• Complete basic repairs on extrusion and support equipment
• Work directly with the Production Manager to coordinate plans for pending work orders
• Support quality assurance efforts through daily monitoring of the extrusion equipment and the products being produced

• Maintain a clean and safe work environment at all times

What You’ll Need

• Possess a High School Diploma or equivalent
• Prior mechanical or maintenance experience required
• Must be detail-oriented and able to work unsupervised
• Training provided related to maintenance of all custom Washington Mills equipment
• Have a strong commitment to safety and work well in a team environment

Who We Are

Washington Mills is built on values that matter. Founded more than 150 years ago, we have earned our reputation as one of the world’s most trusted and reliable producers of abrasive, ceramic and refractory grains and powders. Serving thousands of customers and offering the broadest selection of abrasive grain and specialty electro-fused minerals in the market today, we constantly pursue growth in our products, our approach, and our people. Our founding principles of honesty, integrity and reliability still guide our business today, and we are a proud community of hands-on problem solvers, committed to shaping the materials applications of the future. With global distribution and sites located throughout North American and Europe, Washington Mills opens the door to a world of opportunity, creativity, and challenge.

Compensation

• Competitive pay, with opportunities to advance
• World-class medical and dental plans
• Employer-sponsored retirement plan
• Company-paid life insurance
• Paid vacation and generous holiday time
• Family-friendly personal leave policies

The above statement reflects the general details considered necessary to describe principal functions of the job identified and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.