What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plastic Machine Set up 2nd shift position at Medical Packaging Supplier (Essential Business)?
Overview
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Plastic Machine Set Up Technician to join our manufacturing team. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing, configuring, and maintaining plastic processing equipment to ensure efficient production of high-quality plastic components. Your expertise will help optimize machine performance, uphold safety standards, and support continuous improvement initiatives. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work with advanced plastics manufacturing technologies and contribute to a dynamic production environment.
Duties
- Set up and calibrate plastic processing machines including plastics blow molding, plastics extrusion, plastics injection molding, and CNC machines to meet production specifications.
- Operate press brake machines, CNC lathes, and other fabrication tools to assist in tooling and part fabrication as needed.
- Conduct quality inspections using precision measuring instruments such as calipers and micrometers to verify dimensions and tolerances.
- Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and adjustments on machinery to maximize uptime and efficiency.
- Handle materials safely using proper materials handling techniques and operate forklifts when necessary to move raw materials or finished products.
- Document setup procedures, machine parameters, and quality checks accurately in production logs.
- Collaborate with team members on lean manufacturing initiatives to streamline processes and reduce waste.
Skills
- Strong mechanical knowledge of manufacturing equipment including cranes, assembling molds, machinery, press brakes, and plastic processing machines.
- Proficiency with programmable logic controllers (PLCs) for machine operation and troubleshooting.
- Experience with plastics blow molding, Thermoforming and fabrication techniques.
- Ability to use hand tools, precision measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers), and basic math skills for setup verification.
- Knowledge of visual quality inspection standards and procedures to ensure product specifications are met consistently.
- Warehouse experience including manufacturing preferred.
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles to promote continuous improvement within the production environment. Join us in shaping the future of plastics manufacturing! Bring your technical expertise, enthusiasm for precision work, and passion for quality to a team dedicated to excellence. We value safety, innovation, and collaboration—your skills will make a real impact on our success!
Pay: $21.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $21 - $23