Machine Set Up Technician

Job Title: Set-Up Technician

Job Description

Set-Up Technicians (Injection Mold) are integral to the startup, operation, and maintenance of molding and assembly equipment. These roles are provided a pathway to long-term employment. Technicians are responsible for ensuring the quality and specifications of molded and assembled components are met.

Schedule : 2-2-3 shift schedule 6am-6pm, or 6pm-6am

Pay : $28.00+hr

Responsibilities

• Support and understand the responsibilities of operator level 1 and 2.
• Perform visual inspection of products according to production specifications to identify defects.
• Maintain a clean workspace and adhere to 55 Standards daily, weekly, and monthly.
• Load validated master cycle parameters into the Injection Molding machine at startup.
• Operate and align automated and robotic systems.
• Ensure machines run to standard and product quality meets specifications at each startup.
• Troubleshoot small to mid-size process issues and escalate as needed.
• Respond to alarms, and perform machine start and stop procedures after initial startup.
• Retrieve documentation from TMS to support quality-related decisions.
• Perform line clearances as necessary.
• Clean injection molds per work instructions.
• Pull and set molds, and perform color changes and material lots as needed.
• Complete traceability documentation and assembly start-up batches/shots for product changes.
• Perform Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) Level 1 for Assembly, Injection Molding, and auxiliary equipment.
• Complete cycle checklist and perform LOTO (lock out/tag out) on unsafe equipment.
• Maintain and participate in Lean initiatives and projects.
• Provide suggestions and actively participate in Process Improvements to eliminate non-value-added activities.
• Support and adhere to company policies, including ISO Standards and Health and Safety protocols.

Essential Skills

• Experience with Injection Molding.
• Set-up experience (varying levels acceptable).
• Ability to work a 12-hour rotating shift.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Troubleshooting skills.
• Blueprint reading.
• Knowledge of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices).

Why Work Here?

This role offers long-term career opportunities with the potential to advance to a level 4 pay grade. Enjoy a 10% shift premium for night shifts, and become part of a company committed to continuous improvement and innovation.

Work Environment

Work in a cleanroom environment as part of a contract manufacturer producing primarily for the medical industry. Locations include two buildings in Buffalo Grove and a new facility in Libertyville. The role requires adherence to safety and ISO standards, with a focus on maintaining a clean and efficient workspace.

This is a Permanent 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 Feb 27, 2026.

About Aerotek:

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 meets 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 solving for 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.

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.