Setup Technician I

Entegris, Inc.; Colorado Springs, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) match

Health insurance

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Education assistance

Job summary

Entegris, Inc. in Colorado Springs is seeking a Setup Technician I to prepare, set up, and optimize injection molding equipment for safe and efficient production. You will install molds, adjust process parameters, run startups, and verify readiness per procedures and quality standards.

You'll collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, and quality teams to minimize downtime and support continuous improvement, with hands-on tasks and documentation to ensure stable operation and product quality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with injection molding setups and tooling.
• Ability to read work instructions and use measurement devices.
• Commitment to safety and quality standards.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor molded products for conformity and take corrective action as needed.
• Maintain quality by following specifications and ISO-aligned processes.
• Support waste reduction, throughput improvements, and SQCD targets.
• Participate in 6S, Kaizen, and other improvement activities.
• Set up presses according to schedules and prepare auxiliary equipment.
• Remove molds after runs and ensure proper storage and housekeeping.
• Complete setup documentation with accuracy.
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment and report hazards.
• Engage in daily management routines to strengthen performance.

Skills

Powered hand tools & measurement tools

Molding & processing skills

Mechanical aptitude

Math, computer literacy & data-entry

Problem-solving & troubleshooting

Kaizen/6S/waste-reduction

Quality defect identification

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Title: Setup Technician I

Job Description: The Colorado Springs site is seeking a Setup Technician to join our team. In this role, technicians are responsible for preparing, setting up, and optimizing injection molding equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and consistent production. As a Setup Technician, you will install molds, adjust processing parameters, perform startups, and verify equipment readiness in alignment with established procedures and quality standards. Working closely with manufacturing, engineering, and quality teams, the technician ensures stable operation, minimizes downtime, and supports continuous improvement across molding processes. This role plays a key part in maintaining product quality, supporting reliable production flow, and contributing to operational excellence.

What You’ll Do

• Monitor molded products for visual and dimensional conformity, taking corrective action as needed
• Ensure consistent product quality by adhering to specifications, standards, and ISO‑compliant processes
• Support key operational processes by contributing to waste reduction, improving throughput, and reinforcing safety, quality, cost, and delivery (SQCD) expectations.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities, including 6S, Kaizen, and other problem‑solving initiatives to improve process stability.
• Set up injection molding presses by following production schedules, retrieving and interpreting work instructions, and preparing auxiliary equipment (oil heaters, thermolators, temperature controllers, robots, end‑of‑arm tooling).
• Remove molds and related equipment after production runs, assess molds for cleaning or repair needs, and ensure proper storage and housekeeping of press areas
• Complete all required setup documentation, including setup sheets, job packets, and special instructions with accuracy and attention to detail
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment, using required PPE, following approved safety procedures, and promptly communicating hazards or unsafe conditions to leadership
• Engage in daily management routines, supporting Schedule Attainment, Visual Management (SQCD boards), and Daily Improvements (MDI) to strengthen operational performance

What We Seek

• High school diploma or GED required 3–5 years of mechanical or injection molding setup experience preferred
• Competency using powered hand tools, fasteners, and measurement devices
• Intermediate-level molding and processing skills strongly desired
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail for safety and quality
• Basic math, computer literacy, and data‑entry skills; SAP experience preferred
• Demonstrated problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills in mechanical environments
• Experience participating in continuous improvement activities such as Kaizen, 6S, or waste‑reduction initiatives
• Ability to recognize and communicate quality defects and ensure parts meet required specifications
• Commitment to safety, adherence to procedures, and maintaining a clean, organized work environment
• Physical Requirements: Ability to kneel, crawl, crouch, and work in confined spaces during mold changes
• Physical capability to lift up to 50 lbs. and climb ladders up to 15 feet
• Ability to kneel, crawl, crouch, and work in confined spaces during mold changes
• Can comfortablystand and walk for duration of the shift

What We Offer

At Entegris, we invest in providing opportunity to our employees and promote from within. The new hire in this role will have the potential to grow and create relationships across the organization and be recognized for demonstrated success and adherence to company PACE values. Our total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. Whether you’re looking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals.

• Compensation: $20-23 hourly range with actual pay dependent on candidate overall skills for the role
• Generous 401(K) plan with an impressive employer match
• Excellent health, dental and vision insurance packages to fit your needs
• Flexible work schedule and 11 paid holidays a year
• Paid time off (PTO) policy that empowers you to take the time you need to recharge
• Education assistance to support your learning journey

Values-driven culture with colleagues that rally around People, Accountability, Creativity and Excellence. At Entegris we are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, and reward employees for their individual abilities, achievements and experience without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital or military status.

Entegris strongly encourages all of its employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19. At Entegris, COVID-19 vaccination is preferred but not required at this time.

At Entegris, we want you to be part of our culture, which values your unique talents, skills, and experiences. We believe what we do is as important as how we do it. People at our company bring their true selves to work, and are appreciated not only for what they do, but for who they are. This plus the technical complexity of our products and solutions means you can be sure your work is both challenging and changing the world for the better.

Learn more about why people enjoy working at Entegris.