Thermoforming Set-Up Technician (2-2-3 Shift)

Novolex; Franklin Park (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Training and development programs

Job summary

Novolex in Franklin Park, IL is hiring a Set Up Technician to perform changeovers on Lyle Thermoforming and OMG equipment. The role runs on a 7am-7pm 2-2-3 schedule, with starting pay $30.77–$41.78 per hour, based on experience.

You will record changeover events, assist maintenance, and help ensure OEE targets are met. The ideal candidate has a HS Diploma or equivalent and successful completion of Set Up Technician training or relevant experience.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalency preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work overtime and off shifts as needed.
• Completion of Set Up Technician sr. specialist training or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs Minor and Major Changeovers on production floor for the Lyle Thermoforming and OMG equipment
• Removes and loads inserts in the mold offline in the tool shop and also online
• Record accurate records of change over events each day and work with Quality and Supervision to release lines for production
• Performs basic extrusion operator tasks to assist on inline changeovers and process issues
• Make repairs on forming molds and trim tools to allow consistent flow of production
• Perform general maintenance on thermoforming and labeling automation equipment
• Assist the maintenance associates on troubleshooting and solutions to bring production lines back up
• Makes adjustments and notifies Maint. Manager of the need for more complex machine adjustments to make the thermoformer production ready.
• Utilize the plants CMMS system to record work performed, labor hours, and parts checked out for breakdowns

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Technical skills

Teamwork

Education

HS Diploma or equivalency

Set Up Technician sr. specialist training or equivalent experience

Job description

Novolex in Franklin Park, IL is hiring a Set Up Technician to perform changeovers on Lyle Thermoforming and OMG equipment. The role runs on a 7am-7pm 2-2-3 schedule, with starting pay $30.77–$41.78 per hour, based on experience.

You will record changeover events, assist maintenance, and help ensure OEE targets are met. The ideal candidate has a HS Diploma or equivalent and successful completion of Set Up Technician training or relevant experience.