Liner Technician

Liner Technician
Company: Rieke LLC
Primary Location: 2855 E. Bellefontaine Rd, Hamilton, IN 46742 USA
Workplace Type: On-site
Employment Type: Hourly Full-Time
Function: Manufacturing Production / Distribution
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
Main Duties & Responsibilities
Looking for somewhere new to use and develop your technical skills?
As a Liner Technician at TriMas Packaging, you'll play a key role in keeping production running smoothly by performing liner and tooling changeovers on our equipment. This position offers a great opportunity to build hands-on technical experience, deepen your understanding of our processes, and work closely with production teams to improve efficiency and quality.
If you're someone who enjoys problem-solving, learning new equipment, and contributing to team success, this role is a strong next step in your career development.
This position requires high performance in the following areas:
• Changeover time (downtime reduction)
• First-piece quality approval rate
• Equipment uptime and schedule adherence
• Scrap and rework rates post-changeover
• Safety compliance and incident prevention
• 5S and workplace organization standards
Key Responsibilities
• Uphold and communicate the purpose, values, and vision of TriMas Packaging
• Perform liner and tooling changeovers according to production schedule and standard operating procedures
• Ensure proper installation, alignment, and setup of liners, change parts, and associated components
• Troubleshoot setup issues and make necessary adjustments to meet product specifications
• Monitor changeover efficiency and identify opportunities to reduce downtime and improve processes
• Work closely with maintenance and tooling teams to address equipment issues and perform minor repairs
• Ensure all tools, parts, and materials are available and staged prior to changeovers
• Follow all safety procedures, including lockout/tagout (LOTO) requirements during changeovers
• Assist in training operators and team members on proper setup and changeover procedures
• Maintain a clean and organized work area in accordance with 5S standards
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to setup reduction and process optimization
• Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing, preferably in changeovers, machine setup, or tooling
• Experience with high-speed production equipment and mechanical systems
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions and setup documentation
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
• Knowledge of safety procedures including lockout/tagout (LOTO)
• Forklift or hoist operation experience preferred
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Compensation
The expected pay range for this position is $20-25/hour plus a $2.00/hour shift premium.
Compensation can vary depending on several factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, experience and competencies. Further details will be provided by our recruiting team during the interview process.
Benefits
Benefit offerings include Medical Insurance and Prescription Drugs, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability Insurance (for eligible employees), Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Paid Time Off (may include vacation and sick time), Retirement Program, and Other Voluntary Benefits.