Setup Technician

Setup TechnicianWaukegan, IL 60085OverviewSalary Range $16.50 - $42.00 Hourly Job Shift 2nd Shift Education Level Technical Degree Category MaintenanceDescriptionJoin the PAKThe Visual Pak Companies are aligned with many of the largest consumer product companies in the household, personal care, automotive and food product industries.30 years of consistent growth with no end in sight is a testament to our best-in-class workforce as the foundation for our collective success. The Visual Pak is looking for innovative and dedicated achievers who are encouraged to keep a healthy work/life balance to join our team.Position Title: Setup TechnicianReporting into Title: Maintenance SupervisorPosition Purpose/Summary: The Setup Technician is responsible for the maintenance of machinery and equipment, to include troubleshooting machinery errors.Position Responsibilities-Tasks-DeliverablesAn individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty listed below. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.All duties as assigned and the following specific activities:Add, remove and adjust packaging machinery, such as case erector, bottle sorter, date code machinery, and cappers, to run various sizes of product and liquid fill packaging production cells.Troubleshoot machine and auxiliary equipment problems, during setup/change-over, and make necessary changes to ensure quality and reduce downtimeOrganizing change parts and maintaining areas as directed by management to facilitate rapid changeover protocols.Promote safety by abiding by all related policies and procedures and set a good example for othersKey Performance Indicators (KPIs)Communicate effectively and professionally with employees, at all levels of the organization, and customers.Demonstrates critical thinking when troubleshooting machinery.Displays workplace safety awareness by adhering to company safety policies/procedures.QualificationsKnowledge-Skills-AbilitiesEducation: Technical Degree or equivalent educational/military experienceExperience :1 – 3 yrs. prior Setup/Change-Over Technician experienceLiquid filling Machine experience strongly preferredStrong mechanical aptitudeTechnology/Software: Basic computer skills including Microsoft Word & ExcelCommunication: Bilingual English/Spanish is helpful.Physical CapabilitiesStrength: Must be able to regularly lift 55 lbs.Movement: Must be able to stand / walk for an entire eight hour shift. Occasional bending, crouching, and crawlingHearing: Must be able to hear and understand work direction in a loud, distracting environmentVision: Must be able to judge distance, identify details, and view computer screen regularlyMISCELLANEOUSTravel: None to very limitedVehicle (own): NATools (own): May need to use own toolsTechnology (own): NoneVisual Pak Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Visual Pak does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, gender (orientation or identification), sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis covered by federal, state, or local laws. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, skills, individual performance, and business needs.