Set Up Technician
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 20, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 30, 2026. Washington Mills scores A on the Alion truth index.
Set Up Technician
Position type: Full-Time, Hourly
Location: Sun Prairie, WI
Ask Yourself This
Do you thrive in an employee-focused environment with a small-company feel? Are you looking for an exciting and rewarding challenge with an opportunity to grow and make an impact? If this sounds like you, then join us as our next Production Mechanic in Sun Prairie, WI!
What You’ll Do
The position of Set Up Technician reports to the Production Manager and has multiple responsibilities related to the efficient operation of the extrusion lines. The primary duties are related to new order set-up, maintenance of all extrusion equipment, and support for daily extrusion operations.
Train as an extrusion operator to learn machines, products and processes.
Set up new work orders as dictated by scheduling and the set-up specifications
Complete basic repairs on extrusion and support equipment
Work directly with the Production Manager to coordinate plans for pending work orders
Support quality assurance efforts through daily monitoring of the extrusion equipment and the products being produced
Maintain a clean and safe work environment at all times
What You’ll Need
To be successful in this position, you must:
Possess a High School Diploma or equivalent
Prior mechanical or maintenance experience required
Must be detail-oriented and able to work unsupervised
Training provided related to maintenance of all custom Washington Mills equipment
Have a strong commitment to safety and work well in a team environment
Who We Are
Washington Mills is built on values that matter. Founded more than 150 years ago, we have earned our reputation as one of the world’s most trusted and reliable producers of abrasive, ceramic and refractory grains and powders. Serving thousands of customers and offering the broadest selection of abrasive grain and specialty electro-fused minerals in the market today, we constantly pursue growth in our products, our approach, and our people. Our founding principles of honesty, integrity and reliability still guide our business today, and we are a proud community of hands-on problem solvers, committed to shaping the materials applications of the future. With global distribution and sites located throughout North American and Europe, Washington Mills opens the door to a world of opportunity, creativity, and challenge.
Compensation
We proudly offer robust compensation and benefits packages, including:
Competitive pay, with opportunities to advance
World-class medical and dental plans
Employer-sponsored retirement plan
Company-paid life insurance
Paid vacation and generous holiday time
Family-friendly personal leave policies
Interested? We want to hear from you! Visit washingtonmills.com/careers and tell us why you’re the candidate we’re looking for.
The above statement reflects the general details considered necessary to describe principal functions of the job identified and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.