Setup Technician

Job Summary

Tests, analyzes, and adjusts electro-mechanical devices such as timers, mechanical/solid state relays, solenoid valves, and electrically activated regulators. Should be familiar with major components such as power units, processor operation and simple programming. Must have the ability to make repairs and troubleshoot components with use of meters, electrical schematics, blueprints, and other specifications.

Essential Job Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential functions/duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties/functions may be added or assigned.

Operations

• Fluent use of hand tools to work on thermoform machines.
• Use of electrical meters in troubleshooting and analyzing machine problems.
• Use of hand and power tools to fabricate machine parts necessary to maintain and update machinery.
• Assembles wires, insulation, and electrical components, such as timing devices, relays, solenoids and regulators.
• Installs electrical assemblies and hardware in housing.
• Tests assembled equipment for circuit continuity and operational reliability.
• Analyzes test results and repairs or adjusts equipment according to analysis.
• Records test results and writes report on fabrication techniques used.
• Calibrates instruments according to specifications.
• Perform set-ups on GN, SembCorp and Lyle equipment.
• Assists in training of Setup Mechanics/Technicians.
• Understand and troubleshoot low and high voltage electrical circuits.
• Understand and troubleshoot pneumatic and hydraulic equipment.
• Perform and document preventive maintenance on the production equipment as well as on the production support equipment.
• Work with production automation equipment like robots, palletizers, case erectors and high-speed jet printers.
• Understand and troubleshoot PLC (Programmable Logic Controls).
• Understand and troubleshoot Servo motors and drives.
• Maintains regular and consistent attendance.
• Other duties and activities as assigned.

Safety

• Comply with the EHS Policy and applicable regulatory and company EHS rules and requirements.
• Prompt reporting of any unsafe conditions, practices, or environmental concerns to supervision. Resolving potential hazards swiftly, thereby ensuring a safe work environment for all employees.
• Attend scheduled EHS trainings.
• Actively assist the organization in achieving or surpassing EHS goals. Identify areas for improvement in EHS practices and recommend enhancements to contribute to our commitment to a safe work environment.
• Demonstrates safe work habits by adhering to general safety procedures, including correct techniques for lifting and bending, maintaining proper ergonomics, using equipment correctly, and wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

• Ensures strict adherence to all safety procedures, including the enforcement of Lockout/Tagout (LO/TO) procedures.

Product Safety and Quality

• Follows FDA GMP’s regarding food contact packaging as it pertains to the employee.
• Practices good housekeeping including clutter-free work area and general cleaning.
• Follows product safety standards, follows IPC product defense standards, and complies with all SQF requirements.