Set Up Technician: Extrusion Maintenance & Growth

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

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.