Set Up Technician - 1st Shift

Pregis•Sussex, WI

16h•Onsite

About The Position

Pregis is in the packaging business to protect what matters. We are committed to providing our customers and employees sustainable growth through purpose-driven innovation and customer-centric packaging solutions. If you are looking for a company that is thriving across various high growth industries and is innovative, customer focused, high integrity, believes in strong teamwork and collaboration, Pregis is the company for you. Check out the Pregis Purpose to learn how sustainability and social responsibility is at the very core of our company DNA. Job Title: Converting Setup Technician – Tier One GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB Responsible for keeping all converting machines up and running, minimizing converting operator down time. If all machines are running quality product, you’re expected to run production to maximize department throughput.

Requirements

Less than 3 attendance points.
Disciplinary action severity will be evaluated during mid-year or year-end reviews. Misconduct can affect advancement opportunities.
Ability and willingness to multi-tasking in a fast-paced factory environment.
Basic computer and math skills.
Capable of lifting, pushing, or pulling 60 lbs. unassisted.
Can bend, twist, and stoop.
Reliable mode of transportation.
Can work necessary overtime to meet customer demands.
Able to work on foot for extended periods of time.
Dependable and works well with others.
High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
1+ years of setup technician work experience.
3+ years of manufacturing work experience.

Nice To Haves

Process control work experience.
Mechanical inclination preferred.

Responsibilities

Demonstrates Converting Operator – Tier Two proficiencies to supervisor and lead.
LOTO certified.
Perform machine startup on all converting machines.
Electric pallet jack certified.
Operate roll lifts and hoists.
Monitors gas tank levels.
Identifies and performs basic troubleshooting on half of the converting machines.
Notifies lead setup tech or supervisor to contact maintenance when necessary.
Prepares converting machines with the appropriate film or parts/ materials needed.
Performs quality checks when machine setup is complete.
If all machines are running quality product, runs production.
Actively ensures all machines are up and running smoothly, minimizing machine down time.
Assists fellow converting setup techs and operators when able.