Setup Technician

Inline Plastics Corp; McDonough (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Inline Plastics Corp. seeks an electro-mechanical technician to test, analyze, and adjust automation equipment and controls in a manufacturing environment.

You will work with timers, relays, solenoids, regulators, and other components, applying meters, schematics, and blueprints to diagnose and repair issues. The role requires hands-on fabrication, wiring, and calibration of equipment, with a focus on maintaining production uptime and safety, while supporting maintenance teams and training

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent; technical training is a plus.
• Ability to read SOPs, instructions, and diagrams.
• Capable of using multimeters and basic electrical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate thermoform machines with hand tools.
• Use electrical meters to troubleshoot machine problems.
• Fabricate machine parts using hand and power tools.
• Assemble wires, relays, solenoids, and regulators.
• Install electrical assemblies and hardware in housing.
• Test equipment for circuit continuity and reliability.
• Calibrate instruments per specifications.
• Set up GN, SembCorp, and Lyle equipment.
• Assist in training Setup Mechanics/Technicians.
• Troubleshoot PLCs and servo motors.

Skills

Communication

Math & measurements

SPC

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical school or manufacturing degree (plus)

Tools

Multimeters

Power tools

Drill press

Table saw

Welder

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: McDonough, GA 30253

Job Category: Technical

Job Summary

Tests, analyzes, and adjusts electro-mechanical devices such as timers, mechanical/solid state relays, solenoid valves, and electrically activated regulators. Should be familiar with major components such as power units, processor operation and simple programming. Must have the ability to make repairs and troubleshoot components with use of meters, electrical schematics, blueprints, and other specifications.

Essential Job Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential functions/duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties/functions may be added or assigned.

Operations

• Fluent use of hand tools to work on thermoform machines.
• Use of electrical meters in troubleshooting and analyzing machine problems.
• Use of hand and power tools to fabricate machine parts necessary to maintain and update machinery.
• Assembles wires, insulation, and electrical components, such as timing devices, relays, solenoids and regulators.
• Installs electrical assemblies and hardware in housing.
• Tests assembled equipment for circuit continuity and operational reliability.
• Analyzes test results and repairs or adjusts equipment according to analysis.
• Records test results and writes report on fabrication techniques used.
• Calibrates instruments according to specifications.
• Perform set-ups on GN, SembCorp and Lyle equipment.
• Assists in training of Setup Mechanics/Technicians.
• Understand and troubleshoot low and high voltage electrical circuits.
• Understand and troubleshoot pneumatic and hydraulic equipment.
• Perform and document preventive maintenance on the production equipment as well as on the production support equipment.
• Work with production automation equipment like robots, palletizers, case erectors and high-speed jet printers.
• Understand and troubleshoot PLC (Programmable Logic Controls).
• Understand and troubleshoot Servo motors and drives.
• Maintains regular and consistent attendance.
• Other duties and activities as assigned.

Safety

• Comply with the EHS Policy and applicable regulatory and company EHS rules and requirements.
• Prompt reporting of any unsafe conditions, practices, or environmental concerns to supervision. Resolving potential hazards swiftly, thereby ensuring a safe work environment for all employees.
• Attend scheduled EHS trainings.
• Actively assist the organization in achieving or surpassing EHS goals. Identify areas for improvement in EHS practices and recommend enhancements to contribute to our commitment to a safe work environment.
• Demonstrates safe work habits by adhering to general safety procedures, including correct techniques for lifting and bending, maintaining proper ergonomics, using equipment correctly, and wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
• Ensures strict adherence to all safety procedures, including the enforcement of Lockout/Tagout (LO/TO) procedures.

Product Safety and Quality

• Follows FDA GMP's regarding food contact packaging as it pertains to the employee.
• Practices good housekeeping including clutter-free work area and general cleaning.
• Follows product safety standards, follows IPC product defense standards, and complies with all SQF requirements.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements (include education, experience, special skills, licenses and/or certifications required.)

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or three years related experience and or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Technical background including technical school or previous technician experience. College degree in manufacturing a plus.
• Must be able to communicate on a one-on-one basis or in group situations, understand instructions and follow SOP's (Standard Operating Procedures).
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. SPC (Statistical Process Control) in production are very helpful.
• Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several variables in standardized situations. Able to apply logic in troubleshooting problems and executing solutions in a timely, cost-effective manner.
• Other Skills and Abilities - Must be able to use multimeters, power tools, drill press, table saw, and welder. Good working knowledge of hydraulic, electrical and air operated machinery. Hands on mechanical, some plumbing. Must be computer literate and able to read blueprints and schematics. Analyze the data and graft charts are very helpful. Forklift driving experience helpful.

Essential Physical Demands and Frequency

• Standing: Yes
• Driving: N/A
• Sitting: Yes
• Bending: Yes
• Lifting: Yes
• Other: Vision- close, distance, peripheral, color, focus, depth
• Twisting: Yes
• Other: Knowledge of machinery
• Communication: Yes
• Other:

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, and responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Inline Plastics Corp. is an EO employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.