Setup Technician

Engineering Industries, Inc.; Verona (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Ownership ESOP

Profit-sharing program

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Engineering Industries, Inc. is seeking a Set Up Technician for the 2nd shift to prepare injection molding machines and supporting equipment for production.

You will play a key role in ensuring safe and efficient operations and will work closely with the Shift Supervisor to start machines and optimize setups. Ideal candidates have a two-year apprenticeship or equivalent experience in injection molding setup, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to read blueprints and setup docs.

Qualifications

• Completion of a two-year apprenticeship or equivalent in injection molding machine setup.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, setup documentation, and production requirements.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English and work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Set up injection molding machines, automation, sprue pickers, and auxiliary equipment for production.
• Connect molds to electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, gas, and cooling systems.
• Use blueprints, setup documentation, control plans, and work instructions to guide machine and equipment setups.
• Adjust processing parameters such as material selection, melt temperatures, shot size, injection speed, and pressures.
• Start machines for production as directed by the Shift Supervisor.
• Troubleshoot routine molding process and equipment issues to keep production moving.
• Operate overhead hoists and cranes to safely position molds and materials.
• Monitor machine performance and cycle times, identifying issues that may need attention.
• Maintain accurate setup documentation, organized workstations, and a clean mold storage area.
• Inspect equipment for potential mechanical issues and recommend process improvements.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Blueprint reading

Troubleshooting

English communication

Education

Two-year apprenticeship in injection molding setup

Job description

SET UP TECHNICIAN

2nd Shift | 100% Employee-Owned-Manufacturing Company

Enjoy working with your hands, figuring out how things work, and solving mechanical challenges?

Put those skills to work as a Set Up Technician at Engineering Industries! You'll play an important role in preparing our injection molding machines and supporting equipment for production, helping keep operations running safely and efficiently.

Join a company that invests in its people and offers opportunities to build your skills and grow your career.

What We Do

Engineering Industries has been manufacturing custom plastic injection molded components since 1963. We're a certified Great Place to Work and a 100% employee-owned company, meaning our employees have a direct stake in the success we build together.

What You'll Do

• Set up injection molding machines, automation, sprue pickers, and auxiliary equipment for production.
• Connect molds to necessary electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, gas, and cooling systems.
• Use blueprints, setup documentation, control plans, and work instructions to guide machine and equipment setups.
• Adjust processing parameters such as material selection, melt temperatures, shot size, injection speed, and pressures.
• Start machines for production as directed by the Shift Supervisor.
• Troubleshoot routine molding process and equipment issues to keep production moving.
• Operate overhead hoists and cranes to safely position molds and materials.
• Monitor machine performance and cycle times, identifying issues that may need attention.
• Maintain accurate setup documentation, organized workstations, and a clean mold storage area.
• Inspect equipment for potential mechanical issues and recommend process improvements.

What We're Looking For

• Completion of a two-year apprenticeship program in injection molding machine setup or extensive work experience as an injection molding machine setup technician preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, setup documentation, work instructions, and production requirements.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English and work independently with minimal supervision.
• A willingness to learn, take initiative, and develop technical skills.

Candidates without direct experience may be considered if they have related manufacturing or technical experience and demonstrate strong mechanical aptitude. Training may be available through our internal apprenticeship program.

Why Join Us?

• Employee Ownership: Share in the success you create through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Career Development: Build your technical skills and explore opportunities for professional growth.
• Success Sharing: Participate in our profit-sharing program when we succeed together.
• A Team That Takes Pride in Its Work: Work alongside people who value quality, accountability, and teamwork.

At Engineering Industries, we believe in adapting, overcoming, thriving, and taking ownership of what we do. If you enjoy solving technical challenges, take pride in your work, we'd love to hear from you!