Sr Setup Technician

Inline Plastics Corp; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Inline Plastics Corp. in Salt Lake City, UT is seeking a Senior Setup Technician to test, analyze, and adjust electro-mechanical devices used in thermoforming processes.

You will lead troubleshooting and calibration efforts, and coordinate with management to resolve complex technical issues. The role requires 5–8 years of thermoforming experience, strong mechanical and electrical skills, and the ability to train new staff while maintaining equipment reliability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; 5–8 years thermoforming experience; manufacturing degree is a plus.
• Ability to communicate one-on-one and in groups; follow SOPs.
• Strong troubleshooting and ability to work with mechanical and electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide training to new employees in electro-mechanical work.
• Prioritize complex technical problems with management and lead a team.
• Calibrate activities to ensure compliance with industry codes and standards.
• Modify and adjust complex process equipment and instruments.
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and control-system issues with OEM guidance.
• Lead preventive maintenance and maintain machine reliability.
• Assist in training Setup Mechanics/Technicians.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

SOPs

Troubleshooting

SPC

Education

High school diploma or GED

Manufacturing degree (plus)

Tools

Multimeters

Power tools

Drill press

Table saw

Welder

Hydraulic systems

Electrical systems

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Salt Lake City, UT 84104

Job Category: Technical

Job Summary

The Senior Setup Technician tests, analyzes, and adjusts electro-mechanical devices such as timers, mechanical/solid state relays, solenoid valves, and electrically activated regulators.

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

• Provide training to new employees in a bid to help them understand electro-mechanical work.
• Works with the technical manager and process engineering manager to prioritize complex technical problems (electrical or mechanical); assembles a team and executes the directive.
• Perform calibration activities to ensure compliance with set industry codes.
• Modify and adjust complex process equipment and instruments.
• Troubleshoot complex problems associated with electro-mechanical machinery by following OEM recommended procedures.
• Diagnose and resolve issues with complex control systems with OEM thermoforming machines.
• Test performance of electrical, electronic, mechanical, or integrated systems or equipment
• 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.
• Assists setup mechanic and technicians in equipment repairs/setups and takes a lead role in preventive maintenance activities related to machine reliability.
• Assists in training of Setup Mechanics/Technicians.
• Understand and troubleshoot low and high voltage electrical circuits and 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) and Servo motors and drives.
• Travel to Inline Plastics' facilities to assist with technical issues when needed, sometimes with minimal notice; also travel to vendors for qualification of new equipment.
• Must maintain regular and consistent attendance.
• Additional duties 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

• High school diploma or general equivalency degree (GED) and 5-8 years of thermoforming experience. Technical background including technical school or previous technician experience. A college degree in manufacturing is a plus.
• Ability to communicate on a one-on-one basis and in group situations. Ability to understand instructions and follow standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Ability to motivate and lead others.
• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, and diagram form.
• Ability to troubleshoot problems.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Experience in Statistical process control (SPC) is a plus.
• Ability to use multimeters, power tools, drill press, table saw, and welder. Knowledge of hydraulic, electrical, and air-operated machinery.
• Mechanical and plumbing skills required.
• Knowledge of thermoforming equipment required (Lyles, Sencorps, GNs, and OMG).
• Must possess basic understanding of high voltage electrical theory.
• Forklift driving experience is a plus.
• Must be computer literate.

Essential Physical Demands and Frequency

• Standing – Yes
• Driving – N/A
• Sitting – Yes
• Bending – Yes
• Lifting – Yes
• Other – Various weather conditions
• Twisting – Yes
• Other – Stooping, squatting, pushing, pulling
• Communication – Yes
• Other – N/A

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or 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.