Job Description

Employment Type: Full-time

Available Positions: 1

Location : On-Site

Application Deadline: June 11, 2025

Summary

The Set Up and Process Lead of this position is to prepare, as needed, and set up tools; ensure tooling and machines are ready for production; and bring the process to 95% readiness for production. Instructs, directs, and trains established personnel in the proper performance of their duties.

Key Activities

• Safety, quality, and production goals are a priority.
• Work in a team environment that support members to achieve safety, quality, and production objectives.
• Comply with company policies and safety and food safety requirements and standards.
• Communicate clearly with other employees daily to share information to ensure that the team meets production goals.
• Observe employees to make sure they are working safe and doing any activity that violates safety standards and company policies.
• Monitor employees to verify that are following Food Safety and GMP rules.
• Walkthrough the facility to observe and identify employee compliance to safety and food safety policies.
• Complete the Food Safety Checklist at the end of every shift.
• Effectively remove and install mold and trim.
• Obtain, understand, and comply with product specifications and requirements.
• Feed sheet: start and stop equipment as needed for machine and process testing.
• Efficiently set up and adjust machine controls, both in manual and automatic mode
• Ensure required documentation is complete and accurate.
• Ensure downtime codes are input on time and are accurate.
• Visually inspect tooling for anomalies or wear and report to Thermoforming Manager or Technician Manager. Repair or arrange for proper repair.
• Perform advanced tool repairs and adjustments using standard hand and machine shop tools as needed. (i.e., sharpen punches/dies, set punch penetration, etc.)

Preferred Skills

• Experience with [industry-specific machinery, e.g., injection molding machines, CNC, stamping presses].
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma principles.
• Proficient in using ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

Educations & Experience

• High school diploma or GED required; technical certification or associate degree in manufacturing, engineering, or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing setup or processing role, with at least 1 year in a leadership capacity.

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Finding a great opportunity that fosters growth, a great culture, and leadership opportunities can be difficult. Top Quality Recruitment (TQR) connects professionals with leadership opportunities across the Packaging, Food and Beverage, Medical Devices, and Biotechnology industries. With 50+ years of experience, we believe in one-to-one communication and finding the best candidate/employer match possible.

TQR is an equal-opportunity employer that encourages diversity. We will consider all applications.

Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request.

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We thank all applicants for their interest and appreciate the time and effort involved; however, due to the large volume of resumes received only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Please attached your resume to your application.

Job ID: 7826

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