Set-up Technician

Are you ready to join a dynamic global gear technology group and be part of a company that promises to "wow your world"? IMS Gear, a leading producer of gear technologies for the automotive industry, is seeking a talented and motivated individual to join our team as a Set-Up Technician.

About IMS Gear:

With a history spanning over 160 years, IMS Gear has consistently grown, thanks to our customer-centric approach, problem-solving expertise, and an open corporate culture with flat hierarchies. Headquartered in Donaueschingen, Germany, we operate globally with a workforce of about 3,100 employees across Europe, North America, and Asia.

You support our team as

Set-Up Technician

We are currently seeking a Set-up Technician to join our team. The Set-up Technician will play a crucial role in preventive maintenance, performing changeovers, and repairing machines and equipment to ensure seamless production operations.

Responsibilities:

• Start and verify production processes.
• Perform maintenance on machines and equipment.
• Conduct minor repairs and troubleshoot issues with molding machines and related equipment.
• Execute changeovers on injection molding machines.
• Set tools and operate overhead crane.
• Handle materials efficiently.
• Operate injection molding machines.
• Record production activities accurately.
• Conduct quality inspections following International Automotive Task Force quality standards (IATF 16949).
• Collaborate with team members and assist with complex tasks.
• Follow Internal Quality Issues procedures (IQI).
• Ensure adherence to First in, First out (FIFO) practices.
• Maintain compliance with safety rules and policies.
• Uphold housekeeping standards using the 5S methodology.

Education and Skills Requirements:

• Desired: Vocational or Certificate Training
• Minimum 2-4 years of work experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment; desired 5 years or more
• Proficient reading comprehension of work instructions.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Technical proficiency.
• Knowledge of injection molding machines (maintenance, setup, operation).
• Hands-on troubleshooting skills.
• Basic understanding of the metric system.
• Preferred: Familiarity with measurement devices and quality systems.
• Advanced computer skills.
• Attendance and punctuality.

Some of your Benefits:

• 401 (k) & 401 (k) matching
• Health, Dental, Medical, Vision insurance
• Company paid Life insurance
• Company paid Short term and Long term disability insurance
• 15 Days of paid time-off and 10 paid holidays

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person (Gainesville, GA)

Work Environment/Physical Demands: Exposure to manufacturing areas which require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, hearing protection and slip resistant safety toe shoes

IMS Gear is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We embrace individuals from all backgrounds and provide employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

If you are ready to contribute to our success and experience your own wow moments, apply now to be part of the IMS Gear family!