Manufacturing Setup Technician

Who we are looking for:

Atkore, a recent recipient of a Great Place to Work certification, is currently searching for a Manufacturing Setup Technician to be based out of Kokomo, IN reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor. This person will be responsible for the setup of production machines based on manufacturing machine scheduling.

What you'll do:

• Responsible to conduct themselves in a manner consistent with a company mission statement, core values, and other standards of conduct
• Perform necessary pre-operation activities to ensure proper equipment startup and operation on multiple pieces of equipment
• Assists team members with technical issues and troubleshooting

• Operate/monitor multiple pieces of equipment during operation to ensure quality production and minimal unplanned stops
• Perform Tool and Die changes and setup for all machines when necessary

• Ensure all processes are carried out with the required use of safety controls and PPE
• Cross train in different areas of the shop as required
• Perform necessary pre-operation activities to ensure proper equipment startup and operation on multiple pieces of equipment

• Inspecting quality of work performed
• Reading and interpreting blueprints
• Communicate with team members and support teams to ensure continuous production of the correct product at high-quality levels with minimal wasted time and materials

• Accurately setup and log changeovers to communicate and prep between shifts
• Ensure all operating procedures, and PPE requirements are being followed
• Participate in problem-solving with run rate achievements
• Standard work training, 5S, lean sustainment, and problem-solving
• Obtaining quality products
• Approve and document the first piece of inspection
• Perform additional duties/assignments that may be required from time to time
• Support and actively participate in the continuous improvement

• Track and analyze data and implement changes for improving plant operations
• Participate in Lean Daily Manufacturing and 5S activities and promotes the plant Lean culture
  
  All other duties as assigned
  
  

What you'll bring:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Experienced with machine setup and operation
• Experience in steel manufacturing is strongly preferred
• Knowledge of production procedures
• Ability to read blueprints/shop drawings, schematics, and manuals is preferred
• Forklift certification is strongly preferred
• AS/400 and JDE experience is a plus
• Possess strong written and verbal communication skills
• Mechanical aptitude
• Ability to multitask
• Handle heavy equipment
• Attention to detail
• Work independently or as a team
• Analytical Skills
• Troubleshooting skills
• Possess excellent detail accuracy and organization skills
• All associates must embrace and foster an environment that supports our core values of Integrity, Respect, Excellence, Teamwork and Accountability

Atkore is a recipient of a Great Place to Work certification and a Top Workplaces USA award We're committed to creating an engaged and aligned workforce that drives collaborative culture. Our team strives for breakthrough results, stays focused on being standout leaders, and fully supports decisions of the Company. We consistently live the Atkore mission, strategic priorities, and behaviors, all in a way that's consistent with our core values. Together, we build strong leaders that continually endeavor to move us forward.

With a global network of manufacturing and distribution facilities worldwide, Atkore is a leading provider of electrical, safety and infrastructure solutions.

Join our team and align yourself with an industry leader