Set Up Technician (Set Up Tech)
Columbus, INFull-time$24.29–25.91/hrSeen 2w agoSeen in employer's feed 1w ago
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The Set-Up Technician sets up, adjusts, troubleshoots, and optimizes manufacturing equipment in the Heat Treat and Turning departments. The role supports production schedules, equipment readiness, quality standards, and safe operations. It also assists operators, supports changeovers and continuous improvement, and may work overtime and various shifts as needed.
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::: {testid="company-info-title-row"} ##### Machine Set-Up Technician - Heat Treat and Turning (2nd and 3rd Shift) {#machine-set-up-technician---heat-treat-and-turning-2nd-and-3rd-shift dir="auto"} ::: ::: {testid="company-info-metadata"} NTN DriveShaft- Columbus, IN 47201 ::: #### Full job description {#full-job-description dir="auto"} Set-Up Technician - Heat Treat and Turning Position Summary The Set-Up Technician is responsible for setting up, adjusting, troubleshooting, and optimizing manufacturing equipment within the Heat Treat and Turning departments. This position ensures equipment is operating safely, efficiently, and in compliance with quality standards to support production requirements. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Equipment Set-Up - Perform machine and equipment set-ups according to production schedules and work instructions. - Install tooling, fixtures, gauges, and related equipment required for production runs. - Verify proper machine settings and make adjustments as needed. - Conduct first-piece inspections and confirm equipment readiness before production begins. Production Support - Monitor equipment performance and address operational issues. - Troubleshoot machine, tooling, and process-related concerns. - Assist operators in resolving production issues and maintaining efficiency. - Support changeovers to minimize downtime. Quality Assurance - Ensure products meet quality specifications and customer requirements. - Perform required quality checks and document results. - Identify and report quality concerns to supervision. - Participate in corrective action and continuous improvement activities. Safety and Housekeeping - Follow all company safety policies and procedures. - Utilize required personal protective equipment (PPE). - Maintain a clean and organized work area. - Report safety hazards and equipment concerns immediately. Continuous Improvement - Assist with process improvements to increase productivity and reduce waste. - Support training of operators on equipment operation and basic troubleshooting. - Participate in and problem-solving activities. Qualifications - High school diploma or GED required. - Manufacturing experience preferred. - Previous machine set-up, machining, Heat Treat, or Turning experience preferred. - Ability to read and interpret work instructions, specifications, and production documentation. - Basic . - Ability to use measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges. - Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality. Physical Requirements - Frequent standing and walking throughout the shift. - Ability to lift up to 75 pounds occasionally. - Ability to bend, reach, twist, and perform repetitive motions. - Ability to work in a manufacturing environment that may include heat, noise, and moving equipment. Work Environment - Manufacturing facility environment. - Required use of safety glasses, steel-toe shoes, hearing protection, and other PPE as required. - May work overtime and various shifts as needed to support production requirements. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $24.29 - $25.91 per hour Benefits: - 401(k) - 401(k) matching - Dental insurance - Health insurance - Health savings account - Life insurance - Paid time off - Referral program - Retirement plan - Tuition reimbursement - Vision insurance Education: - High school or equivalent (Required) Experience: - Set-up Technician: 1 year (Preferred) Shift availability: - Night Shift (Required) - Overnight Shift (Required) Work Location: In person
How this job compares
Set against the 1,545 open Manufacturing Technician jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 4, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$24.29–25.91/hr
- US median$24–28/hr750 hourly ranges
This range's midpoint, $25.10/hr, is 5% below the US median midpoint ($26/hr) — in the middle half of Manufacturing Technician hourly ranges across the US.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 19 open Manufacturing Technician jobs in Indiana and 1,545 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Experience
- Manufacturing Technician postings that state a minimum ask for 2 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 1 to 3 years (852 postings).
- Education
- This posting asks for a high school diploma; 751 of the 1,545 open Manufacturing Technician jobs (49%) ask for a high school diploma or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 4, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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