Set Up Associate I - Nights- $21.50 - $27.48

Job Title: Set Up Associate I – Indirect Labor

FLSA Status: Hourly

Grade: 13

Job Purpose Statement:

The primary function of this position is for the employee to set up and operate manufacturing equipment to produce products to the required specification at the expected rate of throughput. In addition, the employee will prepare equipment and materials for production, maintain material inventory, and operate general equipment to move products, supplies, and inventory to support production. Mechanical aptitude is required to accurately prepare equipment for production of product.

Summary of Responsibility:

• Read and understand equipment specifications to properly set up equipment for production use

• Ensure all safety and quality standard are met

• Measure and evaluate tooling to ensure proper fitment

• Install equipment using all required tools

• Operate the equipment to verify the installation meets specifications

• Interface with computer software, equipment HMI / PLC

• Operate powered industrial vehicles

• Perform basic maintenance practices on tooling and equipment, assist maintenance as needed

• Properly organize materials to ensure efficient operations

• Other related duties as assigned by Supervision

Education, Experience and Skills Required:

• High School diploma or GED required

• Prefer 2 years in a manufacturing/distribution operation

• Ability to work with cross functional teams to address issues related to production or quality

• Critical thinking skills to evaluate complex and changing situations leading to the recommendation and implementation of a course of action

• Able to train quickly through on the job experience with a hands-on approach

• Verbal and written communication skills to report performance to management

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while meeting production and quality goals

• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid forklift or equipment license as needed or required

• Must read, write and communicate in English

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to meet the Ergonomic as well as the Physical Base Score for this position.

• Standing or Walking up to 90% of the day

• Lift / Carry 25lb constantly, up to 100lb occasionally

• Push / Pull 50lb constantly, up to 150lb occasionally

• Grasp 75lb

• Pinch 15lb

• Lift bulky objects

• Any lifting over 70 lbs. must be completed with assistance i.e. mechanical or individual.

• Full range of motion required: Cervical, Shoulders, Elbow, Wrist, Fingers, Hands, Truck Twist, and Feet.

• Ability to wear PPE as required

• Working Conditions may include: moderate noise, moving mechanical parts, static shock, high temperatures. Elevated work surfaces, odors, dust