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Setup Technician

Tacoma, WA · On-site

$23.75 - $30.75/hr

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES SETUP TECHNICIAN I • Install tooling dies (molds) into injection • Verify, molds and ancillary equipment are safely setup and functioning properly • Removal of ancillary ...

As a Setup Technician at our Bryan store, you will assemble and prep new Kubota tractors, mowers, utility vehicles, and light construction equipment, along with Land Pride implements and other ...

Setup Technician

Pomona, CA · On-site

$24.50 - $25/hr

Setup Technician will follow safety and setup procedures to ensure molds are safely set up. Duties & Responsibilities: * Responsible for molding machine set up including ancillary equipment as ...

As a Setup Technician at our Bryan store, you will assemble and prep new Kubota tractors, mowers, utility vehicles, and light construction equipment, along with Land Pride implements and other ...

Setup Technician will follow safety and setup procedures to ensure molds are safely set up. Duties & Responsibilities: * Responsible for molding machine set up including ancillary equipment as ...

Salary: $17.00 Total Plastic Solutions is hiring Setup Technicians for our 3rd shift team! We are a customer-centric company seeking operators just as passionate as we are. Total Plastic Solutions is ...

Setup Technician Apprentice THE ROLE: Our site in Chaska, MN is seeking a Setup Technician Apprentice to join our team. In this role, technicians are responsible for preparing, setting up, and ...

Setup Technician Apprentice THE ROLE: Our site in Chaska, MN is seeking a Setup Technician Apprentice to join our team. In this role, technicians are responsible for preparing, setting up, and ...

Setup Technician

Plymouth, MI · On-site

$18.50 - $23/hr

Role Summary Setup Technician II is responsible for the setup, calibration, and troubleshooting of complex machinery and equipment used in production. This role requires a deeper understanding of ...

Setup Technician

Mcdonough, GA · On-site

$25 - $27/hr

Plastics Manufacturing facility looking for Setup Technicians for the day and night shift. Shift: 7-7, 2-2-3 schedule (every other weekend off) What you will be doing: Operate, Set up, troubleshoot ...

Setup Technician

Plymouth, MI · On-site

$18.50 - $23/hr

Role Summary Setup Technician II is responsible for the setup, calibration, and troubleshooting of complex machinery and equipment used in production. This role requires a deeper understanding of ...

We at Kelly ® hear you, and we're here for you! We're seeking a Molding Setup Technician (Extrusion Blow Molding) to work at a premier manufacturing client in Rochester, NY. Sound good? Take a ...

Setup Technician I THE ROLE: Entegris is currently seeking Setup Technician I to join our team. This position will be based at our Colorado Springs, CO facility. In this role, technicians are ...

Setup Technician

Lenoir, NC · On-site

$17.75 - $22/hr

Setup Technician Your Impact. Our Legacy. At Bemis Manufacturing Company, you're not just joining a team-you're becoming part of a family that's been crafting innovation, quality, and tradition for ...

Setup Technician

Plymouth, MI · On-site

$18.50 - $23/hr

Role Summary Setup Technician II is responsible for the setup, calibration, and troubleshooting of complex machinery and equipment used in production. This role requires a deeper understanding of ...

Setup Technician I THE ROLE: Entegris is currently seeking Setup Technician I to join our team. This position will be based at our Colorado Springs, CO facility. In this role, technicians are ...

CNC Setup Technician - 2nd Shift Location: Sussex, WI Shift: 2nd Shift (2:00pm-10:00pm) Pay: $25-30/hr Overview This role focuses on CNC machine setups, tooling changes, program verification (G-code ...

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How much do setup technician jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for setup technician in the United States is $19.57, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $22.36 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Setup Technician vs Equipment Installer?

AspectSetup TechnicianEquipment Installer
CertificationsTechnical certifications, such as A+ or manufacturer-specific trainingSimilar certifications, often including safety and industry-specific licenses
Work EnvironmentIndoor and outdoor settings, often in offices, factories, or client sitesPrimarily on-site at client locations, installing equipment
Industry UsageUsed across IT, manufacturing, and technical service industriesCommon in telecommunications, audio-visual, and industrial sectors

The main difference is that Setup Technicians focus on preparing and configuring equipment for operation, while Equipment Installers primarily handle the physical installation of equipment at various sites. Both roles require technical skills and certifications, but Setup Technicians often have a broader scope including troubleshooting and system setup.

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

To excel as a Setup Technician, you need strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting abilities, and experience with equipment setup, often supported by a technical diploma or hands-on training. Familiarity with industry-specific machinery, calibration tools, and sometimes PLC systems or specialized software is common. Attention to detail, problem-solving, and effective communication are important soft skills that help in coordinating with teams and ensuring quality setups. These skills ensure efficient equipment installation, minimize downtime, and maintain operational standards in manufacturing or service environments.

What is a Setup Technician?

A Setup Technician is a skilled professional responsible for installing, configuring, and testing equipment or machinery in manufacturing, production, or technical environments. Their main duties include preparing machines for operation, calibrating settings, performing quality checks, and troubleshooting issues to ensure smooth workflow. Setup Technicians may work with various types of equipment, such as CNC machines, assembly lines, or specialized production tools. They play a key role in maintaining production efficiency and ensuring that equipment meets quality and safety standards.

What are some common challenges faced by Setup Technicians during equipment installation, and how can they be addressed?

Setup Technicians often encounter challenges such as tight project deadlines, unexpected equipment compatibility issues, and last-minute changes to setup requirements. Successfully navigating these challenges requires strong problem-solving skills, clear communication with team members and clients, and flexibility to adapt to changing circumstances. Proactively reviewing project plans, coordinating closely with engineers and other technicians, and maintaining organized documentation can help ensure a smooth installation process.
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Setup Technician

DEMGY PACIFIC

Tacoma, WA • On-site

$23.75 - $30.75/hr

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago


Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Setup and teardown, including all ancillary equipment, of injection molds from the injection molding machines. Care and maintenance of injection molds between production runs.

ELEMENTS RELATED TO THE FUNCTION

•    Position Type: Non-Exempt 
•    Schedule: Monday – Friday, 2:30pm – 11:00pm; $3.00 Shift Differential
•    Location: DEMGY Pacific, LLC, Tacoma WA

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS  

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly is required to stand for 10 to 12 hours; walk; sit; use hand to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk and hear. The employee will occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include ability to see with 20/20 vision to assess cosmetic requirements, close vision, peripheral vision, depth perceptions, and the ability to adjust focus.

APPLICABLE METRICS

•    Adhere to the Demgy Pacific attendance point system
•    Adhere to the Demgy Pacific job variance to standard metric
•    Adhere to the Demgy Pacific Safety protocols
•    Labor reporting percentage (daily avg)
•    Labor reported within BOM setup times, vs labor outside of setup times (should be a ratio)
•    Setup completion %.  (measure of whether they miss anything and how often – Should be a percentage, measured by a periodic inspection check sheet) 
•    Damaged tooling/equipment on setup or teardown (number of instances).

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 

SETUP TECHNICIAN I
•    Install tooling dies (molds) into injection
•    Verify, molds and ancillary equipment are safely setup and functioning properly
•    Removal of ancillary equipment from work centers after production runs are complete
•    Clean molds/equipment and store in a safe protected condition
•    Use a variety of hand tools in an appropriate and safe manner
•    Operate a pallet jack
•    Record time spent on tasks
•    Keep work areas clean and organized
•    Operate (machines) while caring for equipment and tools
•    Conduct resin handling, drying, and movement
•    Material dryer operation and cleaning
•    Mold heater setup and operation
•    Verification and documentation of all mold/equipment setup processes
•    Verification and documentation of all equipment parameters
•    Operation of injection molding machine in “Setup Mode”
•    Red tag broken or unsafe tools and equipment
•    Other duties as assigned
 

SETUP TECHNICIAN II
•    Operate Forklift
•    Train Material Handler (Mold floor)
•    Train Mold Setup (Level 1)
•    Issue MRO work orders for damaged/malfunctioning equipment
•    Installation and verification of position switches on all features of a tool
•    Proper setup of vacuum verification on tooling
•    Correctly install an additive feeder on an injection molding machine
•    Effectively “Purge” an injection molding machine following the SOP’s provided
•    At least 1.5 years at Demgy Pacific, or equivalent manufacturing scenario
•    Perform simple, Core/Cavity, insert changes
•    Train Mold Setup (Level 2)
•    Operate Reach truck
•    Other duties as assigned

EMPLOYEE RESPONSIBILITIES  

•    Uphold and comply with Demgy’s Code of Ethics and Conduct      
•    Follow safety policies
•    Contribute to the success of the company’s environmental, health & safety program
•    Maintain a positive working relationship with co-workers in all departments
•    Maintain accurate documentation as required, following Demgy Pacific’s document and record control procedures as applicable to the position
•    Ensure that housekeeping within the department is properly maintained.  
•    Follow Demgy 5S program (workstation organization/locations maintained)  
•    Follow policies outlined in the Employee Handbook
•    Perform other duties as directed by the supervisor
 

JOB SKILL REQUIREMENTS 

•    Effective communication:
    o    Able to read and write English.
    o    Able to keep accurate quality records.
    o    Able to basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division)
•    Mechanical skills.
•    Basic computer skills.
•    Team oriented.
•    Efficient and action driven.
•    Motivated self-starter.
•    Dependable: Reliable attendance and punctuality.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS 

•    Successful completion or proven prior experience required as a Setup Technician in Injection Molding to qualify to move from Setup Technician I to Setup Technician II to Setup Technician III.
•    Experience in manufacturing, preferred.
•    Experience in Aerospace, preferred.
•    High School diploma or equivalent.