Setup Technician IV

Job Title:

Job Description:

The Role:

The Chaska site is seeking a Setup Technician to join our team 2nd shift (2pm-10pm, Mon-Fri). In this role, technicians are responsible for preparing, setting up, and optimizing injection molding equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and consistent production. As a Setup Technician, you will install molds, adjust processing parameters, perform startups, and verify equipment readiness in alignment with established procedures and quality standards. Working closely with manufacturing, engineering, and quality teams, the technician ensures stable operation, minimizes downtime, and supports continuous improvement across molding processes. This role plays a key part in maintaining product quality, supporting reliable production flow, and contributing to operational excellence.

What You’ll Do:

• Monitor molded products for visual and dimensional conformity, taking corrective action as needed

• Ensure consistent product quality by adhering to specifications, standards, and ISO-compliant processes

• Support key operational processes by contributing to waste reduction, improving throughput, and reinforcing safety, quality, cost, and delivery (SQCD) expectations

• Participate in continuous improvement activities, including 6S, Kaizen, and other problem-solving initiatives to improve process stability

• Set up injection molding presses by following production schedules, retrieving and interpreting work instructions, and preparing auxiliary equipment (oil heaters, thermolators, temperature controllers, robots, end-of-arm tooling)

• Remove molds and related equipment after production runs, assess molds for cleaning or repair needs, and ensure proper storage and housekeeping of press areas

• Complete all required setup documentation, including setup sheets, job packets, and special instructions with accuracy and attention to detail

• Maintain a clean and safe work environment, using required PPE, following approved safety procedures, and promptly communicating hazards or unsafe conditions to leadership

• Engage in daily management routines, supporting Schedule Attainment, Visual Management (SQCD boards), and Daily Improvements (MDI) to strengthen operational performance

• Troubleshoot setup related equipment or process issues to minimize downtime and maintain efficient, stable production

• Monitor molded parts for visual and dimensional conformity; take corrective action or escalate when necessary

What We Seek:

• Must be 18 years or older and have the right to work in the US without sponsorship

• High school diploma or equivalent required

• 5+ years of mechanical or injection molding setup experience preferred

• Basic math, computer literacy, and accurate data entry skills; SAP experience preferred

• Competency using powered hand tools, fasteners, and measurement devices

• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail for safety and quality

• Competence in basic math and computer data entry

• Demonstrated problem-solving and troubleshooting ability in mechanical or process-based environments

• Experience participating in continuous improvement activities such as Kaizen, 6S, or waste-reduction initiatives

• Ability to recognize and communicate quality defects and ensure parts meet required specifications

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to kneel, crawl, crouch, and work in confined spaces during mold changes

• Can comfortably stand and walk for duration of the shift

• Physical capability to lift up to 50 lbs., and climb ladders up to 15 feet

• Commitment to safety, adherence to procedures, and maintaining a clean, organized work environment

What We Offer:

At Entegris, we invest in providing opportunity to our employees and promote from within. The new hire in this role will have the potential to grow and create relationships across the organization and be recognized for demonstrated success and adherence to company PACE values.

Our total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. Whether you’re looking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals.

• Compensation range: $32-38/hour depending on experience, etc.
• Generous 401(K) plan with an impressive employer match

• Excellent health, dental and vision insurance packages to fit your needs

• Flexible work schedule and 11 paid holidays a year

• Paid time off (PTO) policy that empowers you to take the time you need to recharge

• Education assistance to support your learning journey

• Values-driven culture with colleagues that rally around People, Accountability, Creativity and Excellence.

At Entegris we are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, and reward employees for their individual abilities, achievements and experience without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital or military status.

Entegris strongly encourages all of its employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19. At Entegris, COVID-19 vaccination is preferred but not required at this time.