SETUP TECHNICIAN

Setup Technician

New Berlin - New Berlin, WI 53151

Overview

Salary Range $22.00 - $36.00 Hourly Position Type Full Time

Description

At Radius Packaging, we put people first—our members and our customers. Our culture is guided by The Radius Way: ChampionPositive Change, Act with Integrity, Strive for Excellence, Emphasize Community, and Work Together. These principles shape how we lead, collaborate, and grow together.

We don't just talk about culture—we're recognized for it. Radius Packaging is proud to be honored as:

• Plastics News Processor of the Year — the industry's highest distinction
• Top Workplace by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel in 2024 and 2025
• Recipient of the Plastics News Excellence in Employee Relations Award

These recognitions reflect our commitment to continuing education, career advancement, employee recognition, and fostering a supportive, engaging work environment.

Celebrating over 53 years of success, Radius Packaging offers more than a job—we offer a community. Through educational resources, committees, clubs, and company-wide events, our members are supported in their professional growth and overall well-being—financial, mental, physical, and emotional. We continuously invest in our people and empower them to pursue their passions at work, at home, and in their communities.

If you're looking for a workplace that values teamwork, innovation, sustainability, and personal growth, Radius Packaging is where you belong.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

• Changeover/start up blow molding machines and support equipment.
• Repair, maintain, and troubleshoot blow molding machines/support equipment.
• Analyze the current setup process/structure and make recommendations for improvement.
• Recommend changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase the efficiency.
• Develop into a "key" subject matter expert.
• Perform preventative maintenance as required.
• Work closely with maintenance on reporting and/or fixing any machine repairs that are needed.
• Follow all safety procedures to keep a clean area in our active, fast-paced, team environment.
• Communicate openly and cross-functionally with coaches and teammates in a positive manner.
• Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned and contribute to improvements.
• Must have own tools and toolbox.
• Compliance to GMP, Food Safety, and Food Quality regulations as required by the company, customers, and/or government agencies.
• Always be willing to help support other teams with open tasks and projects.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Advanced technical certificate or formal education preferred.
• A minimum of 2 years of maintenance or machine set-up experience (plastics or injection molding preferred).
• Maintain flexibility in working hours to ensure that production is successful.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English instructions and documentation.
• Ability to follow guidelines and work independently (as well as in a team) with little supervision.
• Familiarity with basic business computer applications and mobile device applications.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time and lift/carry up to 30 to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to use fingers, hands, and arms for regular tasks.
• Must be able to climb steps, have a good hand-eye coordination, and bend/squat.
• Must be able to wear proper Personal Protective Equipment.
• Must be able to operate effectively in temperatures ranging from 60 to 110 F.
• Must be capable of visually detecting defects, depth, colors, variances, and see objects.