Set-up Technician - Manor Tool

Manor Tool is seeking a Setup Technician to join our team in Schiller Park, IL. The Setup Technician performs setup on conventional Punch press and machine shop equipment, assembly equipment, and various fabricating equipment. Requires setup experience and on the job training.

Manor Tool & Manufacturing Company began as a tool and die shop in 1959, and has grown to become a first class metal stamping company, specializing in punching, bending, forming and deep drawn stampings.

Responsibilities:

• Set up all assigned machinery including conventional and CNC machine shop equipment, drill presses, tapping machines, milling machines, and lathes; etc.
• Check work instruction to ensure accurate settings for job
• Check tooling and equipment for overloads or improper tool maintenance. Report issues to foreman
• Inventory and order supplies, tools to efficiently complete production runs.
• Run production sample according to work instructions; troubleshoot to ensure product meets or exceeds customer specifications.
• Check product against sample using various gages, micrometers, calipers, etc. as denoted on work instruction.
• Visually inspect production for burrs, scratches, rust and other defects.
• Separate materials and production used during set-up from production run.
• Train new operators on assigned production ensuring set-up is running properly. Assign proper PPE to operators.
• Support safety and lean initiatives including LEAN and SHARP by working within established OSHA guidelines and continuously looking for improved efficiency.
• Address non-conformance issues from production runs.
• Report machine maintenance issues to maintenance department.
• Sample new production runs; complete pre-production approval processes; submit production documentation to quality department as required.
• Return all tools, gages and parts, etc. to proper storage areas.
• Perform preventative maintenance on assigned equipment and machines.
• Provide input during employee evaluation process to management.
• Timely and accurate completion of all paperwork associated with the position.
• Participate in activities to increase personal skill level, overall departmental processes and product quality.
• Maintain organized and clean work area.
• Communicate all problems and other work issues with supervisor.
• Receive, understand and follow all written and oral instruction.
• Maintain acceptable attendance standards by reporting to work every day as expected and scheduling time away in advance of absence when necessary.
• Comply with all company policies, procedures in including mission, safety and attendance requirements.
• Resolve day-to-day issues by working effectively with others.
• Other duties required to meet company needs as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 3 years' experience as set-up
• Ability and willingness to complete TMA training programs as applicable to position.
• Ability to pass company ISO, English, Safety and Math tests.
• Knowledge and understanding of company safety programs including lockout/tagout and haz-com.
• Ability to effectively convey written and or verbal instruction to production personnel
• Knowledge of all department machines, equipment, processes and documentation
• Proficient in Blue Print Reading and use of measuring equipment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Stamina to work all assigned hours.
2. Ability to use hands 100% of the workday.
3. Ability to hear and speak 100% of the workday.
4. 20/20 required vision with or without correction.
5. Ability to stand and or walk 100% of the workday.
6. Ability to bend, stoop or twist 50% of the workday.
7. Ability to exert physical force to push, pull, lift or carry 50 pounds frequently.
8. Ability to work in a shop environment - continuous exposure to potentially hazardous metal working machinery and equipment, loud noises, dust, mist, oils and solvents.