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Set-Up Technician

Spring Lake, MIOnsiteFull TimePosted 1 month ago

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Required skills

  • Mechanical aptitude
  • Read blueprints
  • Technical drawings
  • Spec sheets
  • Machine setup
  • Process troubleshooting
  • Basic computer skills
  • Word
  • Excel
  • Outlook

Nice to have

  • Assist with scrap reduction
  • Continuous improvement projects
  • Preventative maintenance

Role summary

The Set-Up Technician is responsible for ensuring on-time production of quality products through effective machine setup, process troubleshooting, and material management. This role involves rotating through various functions, including materials and tool changes, and assisting leads in training operators. The technician will collaborate with engineering and maintenance on new equipment introductions and program development. Key responsibilities include processing first pieces, setting up workstations with documentation, ensuring safe machine operation, following production schedules, identifying and documenting rejects, assisting with preventative maintenance, and contributing to scrap reduction projects. A High School Diploma or GED, IPC/WHMA-A-620 certification, and basic computer skills are required, along with strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to read blueprints.

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

Responsible for ensuring on-time production of quality product, process troubleshooting and machine setup. The Setup Technicians' role requires them to rotate through all functions of the role; materials, tool changes and troubleshooting. Assist the Lead and assistant leads in helping train and coach operators in the functional aspect of the equipment. Work collaboratively with engineering and maintenance in the introduction of new equipment and the development of new programs.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Process 1st pieces for pull test and crimp height measurements
  • Set-up workstations with proper materials and documentation such as ITP and 1310 forms.
  • Set up production machinery in a safe manner and ensure all safety features are applied.
  • Follow production schedule and prioritization as defined by the area lead.
  • Follow proper protocol for identifying and documenting reject materials.
  • Assist maintenance in the preventative maintenance of equipment and applicators.
  • If production is light, backfill balance of day assisting production.
  • Assist with scrap reduction continuous improvement projects.
  • Maintain a clean work area.
  • Understand and follow inventory transactions standards
  • All other duties assigned

EDUCATION and TRAINING:

  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • IPC/WHMA-A-620 Certified. Class 3 IPC certified or willing / able to become class 3 IPC certified. 
  • Basic computer skills responsibility (Word, Excel and Outlook) 
  • Fundamental knowledge and use of termination equipment.

TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITY:

  • Strong Mechanical aptitude
  • Demonstrate the ability to read blueprints, technical drawings and or spec sheets.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:

  • Fast-paced environment and work with a sense of urgency.
  • Must display positive attitude and work demeanor
  • Self-motivated and Independent Thinker
  • Displays good attendance practices 
  • Must pass a Titmus Test
  • Fine motor skills to work with tiny parts. 
  • Lift 50 pounds at times.

Post Hire competency evaluation to be performed by production manager at min annually

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty effectively. The responsibilities listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability needed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. GlobalTec is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. We are committed to affirmative action to recruit, hire, promote, and retain individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. Applicants are invited to voluntarily self-identify their disability or veteran status for affirmative action purposes; this information is confidential and used solely for compliance reporting.

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