What are the responsibilities and job description for the 3rd shift Machine Set-up Technician position at LINDAR Corporation?
About us
At LINDAR Corporation, we produce many of the plastic containers that your food may come in as well as paint tray liners and hundreds of other products our customers use every day. We are proud to be family owned and headquartered in Baxter, MN. We incorporate our core values of Integrity, Initiative, Relationships and Teamwork into all aspects and at all levels of the organization. We believe our values foster a culture of excellence that benefits employees, customers and our community. Learn more about us at www.lindarcorp.com.
Are you looking for a new career in a premier manufacturing facility? LINDAR is now hiring at our Baxter, MN, location!
We provide a clean, friendly environment with competitive wages, benefits, and opportunities for advancement.
9:40am to 6:00 am Sunday- Friday full time
Starting wage $17 to $21 based on experience.
Job Description
Summary/Objective
To set up manufacturing equipment in a safe and effective manner.
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Consistently live the LINDAR core values of Integrity, Initiative, Relationships and Teamwork
- Responsible for setting up Consumer Products thermoformers and related production equipment to meet production schedule requirements.
- Performs minor troubleshooting on all work cell equipment and processes and conducts minor repair of machines as needed.
- Observes and inspects equipment and tooling during the tool prep, tool removal, and tool installation for damage and/or problems. Communicates potential problems to the appropriate personnel by creating tooling work orders and/or COGZ requests.
- Performs necessary repairs to tooling and works with Tooling department for major tool repairs.
- Set up thermoforming equipment to established recipes, and work with work cell operators to produce qualified First Parts.
- Completes pre- and post-production tooling inspection forms in an accurate and timely manner.
- Maintains clean equipment, a clean shop, and a safe work area to ensure compliance with AIB, ISO, and in accordance with Lean practices and principles.
- Maintains standard setup and changeover rates.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Competencies
- Able to work with, develop and support strong teams.
- Possesses a strong mechanical aptitude.
- Possesses strong organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to successfully troubleshoot production and equipment issues.
- Willing and able to share technical knowledge and skills with others.
- Able to effectively manage time in a fast-paced, challenging environment.
- Ability to recognize product defects.
- Able to read and comprehend work instructions, bills of manufacturing (BOMs), production schedule, and other production information.
- Understands and supports Lean principles and participates in LINDAR Safety and Lean initiatives, such as Tool Box meetings, 5-S, QEKs, etc.
- Able to perform basic math functions.
Desired Qualifications:
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Experience operating manufacturing equipment in a manufacturing environment
- Exposure to or experience with high-speed automated equipment and processes
Work Environment
· Professional, clean manufacturing environment with safe levels of temperature and sound variations
Physical Demands
· lift 50 pounds occasionally
· perform repetitive tasks
· walk, bend, twist, kneel, and reach frequently
· stand for long periods of time
· climb ladders and steps
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full time position. Hours of work are 40 / week.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
LINDAR Corporation provided the following inclusive hiring information:
- Disability accommodations
- Age-inclusive
- Paid time off
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $23.00 - $27.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Prescription drug insurance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Night shift
- Overnight shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $23 - $27
