Set Up Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Set-Up Technician (Injection Mold) ANY LEVEL of operator who has experience with injection mold and

set-ups. 

6am-6pm on a rotating schedule

OR

6pm-6am on a rotating schedule

must haves

-Injection mold experience

-Set up experience (varying levels okay)

• -Able to work 12 hour rotating shift

Responsibilities

• Start up, operate, and perform TPM-level maintenance on injection molding, assembly, and auxiliary equipment according to company and customer specifications.
• Support and understand the responsibilities of operator level 1 and level 2 roles to ensure smooth production operations.
• Conduct thorough visual inspections of products per production specifications to identify and address defects.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace by following 5S standards on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
• Load validated master cycle parameters into injection molding machines at each startup to ensure consistent processing conditions.
• Load programs into automated and robotic systems, align them correctly, and verify proper operation.
• Monitor injection molding machines to ensure they run to standard and confirm that product quality meets specification at each startup.
• Troubleshoot small to mid-size process issues and escalate more complex problems to Setter Level 2 or Maintenance when necessary.
• Respond to machine alarms as needed, and safely start and stop machines after initial setup.
• Retrieve required documentation from the TMS (Tracking/Management System) to support quality-related decisions.
• Perform line clearances as required to ensure proper separation of production runs and prevent mix-ups.
• Clean injection molds according to established work instructions to maintain mold performance and product quality.
• Pull and set molds safely and accurately in the injection molding machines.
• Perform color changes and material lot changes as required, and complete all associated traceability documentation.
• Perform assembly startup batches or shots for product changes or new versions of existing products.
• Complete Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) Level 1 tasks for assembly, injection molding, and auxiliary equipment.
• Complete cycle checklists accurately to document machine and process conditions.
• Perform lock out/tag out (LOTO) procedures on any unsafe equipment to ensure a safe working environment.
• Maintain and support Lean initiatives and actively participate in Lean projects to improve efficiency.
• Provide suggestions and take an active role in process improvements to eliminate non-value-added activities.
• Support and maintain all company policies, including compliance with ISO standards and Health and Safety requirements.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Buffalo Grove, IL.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $40.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Buffalo Grove,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 12, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.