Set Up Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Set Up Technician Pay Rate - $24/hr.+ (day shift)

Job Description

The Set Up Technician performs mechanical and electrical repairs on production equipment, sets up, shuts down, and restarts machinery, and supports mold changes and related assembly and disassembly activities in a plastic manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical repairs on production equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Perform electrical repairs and adjustments on production equipment in accordance with established procedures.
• Set up production equipment for scheduled runs, including configuring parameters and preparing tooling.
• Shut down production equipment safely and systematically at the end of runs or shifts.
• Restart production equipment after maintenance, changeovers, or downtime, verifying proper operation.
• Assist with mold changes on plastic injection and blow molding equipment.
• Assemble and disassemble molds and related components as needed for production and maintenance.
• Troubleshoot issues on plastic injection and blow molding equipment to minimize downtime.
• Collaborate with production and maintenance teams to prioritize and complete equipment-related tasks.
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean and organized work area.

Essential Skills

• Ability to perform mechanical repairs on production equipment.
• Ability to perform electrical repairs on production equipment.
• Experience setting up, shutting down, and restarting production equipment.
• Hands-on experience with plastic manufacturing processes, including plastic injection and blow molding.
• Ability to assist with mold changes and perform assembly and disassembly of molds.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for plastic injection mold and blow mold equipment.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow standard operating procedures.
• Ability to work effectively on a night shift schedule.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Education related to manufacturing, maintenance, or a related field is a plus.
• Certifications related to manufacturing, maintenance, or a related field are a plus.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a performance-based culture that rewards results with a 5% annual bonus and regular annual pay reviews. The organization supports career growth by offering advancement opportunities based on performance, skills, and attendance. Team members work in a mostly climate-controlled facility, contributing to a comfortable and stable work environment.

Work Environment

The role is based in a largely climate-controlled production facility, providing a comfortable environment throughout most of the work area. Openings are available on the night shift, specifically a front-half schedule from Sunday to Wednesday, 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. The position involves working around plastic injection and blow molding equipment and requires adherence to all plant safety and operational procedures.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Lees Summit, MO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $53000.00 - $56000.00/yr.

Company offers full medical, dental, & vision insurance.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lees Summit,MO.

Application Deadline

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

About Aerotek

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.

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.

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.