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Setup Person Jobs in Indiana (NOW HIRING)

Benchmark

$30 - $40/hr

This is a tremendous opportunity for a driven person to grow and learn at a world-class property! Your role: * Assemble and arrange conference equipment in conference rooms per event order and to the ...

TUMI Hospitality

Banquet Houseman

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$14 - $18.25/hr

The Banquet Houseman is responsible for the setup, breakdown, and maintenance of banquet and meeting spaces for events, conferences, weddings, and special functions. This role ensures event rooms are ...

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Banquet Houseman

IN · On-site

$13.25 - $17/hr

The Banquet Houseman is responsible for the setup, breakdown, and maintenance of banquet and meeting spaces for events, conferences, weddings, and special functions. This role ensures event rooms are ...

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Banquet Houseman

Bloomington, IN · On-site

$12 - $15.50/hr

The Banquet Houseman is responsible for the setup, breakdown, and maintenance of banquet and meeting spaces for events, conferences, weddings, and special functions. This role ensures event rooms are ...

TUMI Hospitality

Banquet Houseman

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$14 - $18.25/hr

The Banquet Houseman is responsible for the setup, breakdown, and maintenance of banquet and meeting spaces for events, conferences, weddings, and special functions. This role ensures event rooms are ...

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What is a setup person?

A setup person, also known as a setup technician or machine setup operator, is responsible for preparing and configuring machinery or equipment for production runs in manufacturing environments. Their main duties include installing tools or dies, adjusting machine settings, calibrating controls, and ensuring that equipment operates efficiently according to specifications. Setup persons help minimize downtime by making sure machines are ready for operators, troubleshooting issues, and performing basic maintenance as needed. They play a crucial role in ensuring quality and productivity in production processes.

What are some common challenges a setup person faces during equipment changeovers, and how can they be addressed?

Setup Persons often encounter challenges such as tight production schedules, ensuring equipment precision, and troubleshooting unexpected machinery issues during changeovers. To address these, it's important to have a strong understanding of machinery, excellent organizational skills, and effective communication with production and maintenance teams. Being proactive in preparing tools, following standardized procedures, and staying updated on equipment manuals can greatly reduce downtime and enhance efficiency.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a setup person, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Setup Person, you need a solid understanding of machinery, mechanical aptitude, and experience with equipment setup, often backed by a high school diploma or technical training. Familiarity with manufacturing tools, calibration devices, and production software like CNC controls is commonly required. Attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and strong teamwork skills make someone stand out in this role. These skills are crucial for ensuring efficient machine setup, minimizing downtime, and maintaining consistent production quality.

What is the difference between Setup Person vs Equipment Technician?

AspectSetup PersonEquipment Technician
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; on-the-job trainingHigh school diploma or equivalent; technical certifications often preferred
Work EnvironmentManufacturing, event setups, production linesIndustrial, manufacturing, maintenance facilities
Employer & Industry UsageFactories, event companies, production plantsManufacturers, maintenance companies, industrial plants
Common Search & ComparisonSetup Person vs Equipment Technician

The Setup Person typically focuses on preparing equipment or spaces for use, often requiring basic training. The Equipment Technician, on the other hand, usually has technical skills to repair and maintain equipment. While both roles work closely with machinery, the Technician's role is more technical and maintenance-oriented, whereas the Setup Person emphasizes preparation and setup tasks.

What cities in Indiana are hiring for Setup Person jobs?

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Infographic showing various Setup Person job openings in Indiana as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution.

3rd Shift CNC Setup Specialist

Bremen, IN • On-site

BCI Solutions, Inc.
Coal, Metals and Minerals Mining • 201 - 500 employees
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 6 days ago

Job description

Build Precision. Eliminate Downtime. Drive Results.
When a machine sits idle, production stops. When a setup is perfect, everything flows.
We're looking for a 3rd Shift CNC Setup Specialist who knows the difference.
This isn't an operator position. It's a role for someone who enjoys the challenge of setting up machines, solving machining problems, reducing changeover time, and helping production hit its goals. You'll be the person the team relies on to keep quality high, downtime low, and production moving.
If you take pride in doing things right the first time and leaving every machine better than you found it, you'll fit right in at BCI.
What You'll Do
As our 3rd Shift CNC Setup Specialist, you'll be the technical resource that keeps machining operations running efficiently throughout the night.
Your responsibilities will include:
  • Setting up CNC mills, lathes, and machining centers for production
  • Installing tooling, fixtures, and workholding
  • Setting tool and work offsets and verifying first-piece quality
  • Reading blueprints and interpreting GD&T requirements
  • Troubleshooting setup, tooling, and machining issues
  • Making offset and program adjustments to maintain quality
  • Reducing setup times while maintaining safe, repeatable processes
  • Supporting operators with technical issues and process improvements
  • Working closely with Quality and Production to resolve problems quickly
  • Identifying opportunities to improve productivity, quality, and efficiency
You're Probably a Great Fit If You...
  • Take ownership instead of waiting for someone else to solve the problem.
  • Enjoy dialing in a setup until every part is right.
  • Stay calm under pressure and think through problems logically.
  • Believe every setup can be faster, safer, and more repeatable.
  • Take pride in producing high-quality work.
  • Like working independently while being part of a team.
Why BCI?
We're a growing gray and ductile iron foundry and machine shop that believes skilled people make the difference. We invest in our equipment, our processes, and most importantly, our team.
We aren't looking for someone to simply keep production running.
We're looking for someone who wants to improve it.
What We Offer
  • Competitive pay with 3rd shift premium
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid vacation and holidays
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Stable employment with opportunities for advancement
  • A team that values ideas, initiative, and continuous improvement
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you're the kind of machinist who enjoys solving problems, improving processes, and making every setup count, we want to hear from you.
Apply today and help us keep precision high, downtime low, and production moving.
Requirements
What You Bring
  • Experience setting up CNC machining centers, mills, or lathes
  • Ability to read blueprints and use precision measuring equipment
  • Strong understanding of tooling, offsets, workholding, speeds, and feeds
  • Experience troubleshooting machining and dimensional issues
  • Ability to work independently on 3rd shift
  • Experience machining castings is a plus
  • Forklift and overhead crane experience is a plus

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