Set Up Technician Job at Career Match Solutions, South Carolina

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  • Career Match Solutions
  • South Carolina

Job Description

Position Summary

We are seeking a skilled Set Up Technician to prepare, install, adjust, and maintain production equipment during tooling changeovers. In this hands-on role, you will set up machines, run test samples, troubleshoot issues, and work closely with production teams to maximize uptime and product quality.

Key Responsibilities

  • Tooling Changeovers – Set up and configure machines/equipment per production specs; manage complete product-to-product changeover until sign-off by the Production/Process Manager.

  • Test Runs & Adjustments – Conduct test runs, make fine-tuning adjustments, and verify proper operation before release to production.

  • Troubleshooting – Diagnose and resolve setup-related mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, or hydraulic issues quickly to minimize delays.

  • Preventive Maintenance – Perform routine PM, inspections, cleaning, and minor repairs on setup tools and associated equipment.

  • Blueprint & Tool Interpretation – Read/interpret blueprints, mold drawings, and tooling documentation to ensure accurate setups.

  • Mold & Tool Changes – Swap molds, dies, tooling, and auxiliary components for different production runs.

  • Continuous Improvement – Monitor machine performance, collaborate with operators, and suggest efficiency improvements.

  • Documentation – Record setup procedures, adjustments, and issues; communicate promptly with supervisors or maintenance.

  • Work-Area Management – Keep setup and maintenance areas clean, organized, and compliant with safety regulations.

  • Other Duties – Assist in other manufacturing areas and perform tasks assigned by the Production/Process Manager.

Qualifications

Must-Have Preferred

High-school diploma or GED

Technical certificate or associate degree in manufacturing/industrial technology

2–3 years’ experience in industrial maintenance, manufacturing, or facility maintenance

Prior plastics processing or high-volume changeover experience

Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and plumbing systems

Familiarity with PLCs, low-voltage systems, HVAC, and automation

Proven troubleshooting and problem-solving ability

Experience maintaining detailed PM or setup logs

Ability to lift ≤ 50 lbs, stand/bend/twist for extended periods, and operate heavy machinery safely

Basic CAD/blueprint reading coursework

Soft Skills & Attributes

  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality

  • Clear communicator who collaborates well with cross-functional teams

  • Self-starter capable of working independently with minimal supervision

  • Safety-minded and disciplined in following SOPs and regulations

Work Environment

  • Warehouse/manufacturing setting with frequent exposure to moving machinery, noise, and occasional hazardous substances

  • Regular use of hand, power, pneumatic, and hydraulic tools

  • PPE provided and required per task

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