Job Information
D&W Fine Pack Tooling Setup Technician in Fort Calhoun, Nebraska
Description
POSITION SUMMARY
The purpose of this position is to perform basic setup and/or maintenance of tooling and equipment in order to support manufacturing.
Starting Pay: $28 - $33 based on experience
Shift Differential: 3rd shift (10PM - 6:15AM) - $1.25
Sign-On Bonus: $1,250
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Safety
Follows plant safety procedures and guidelines
Know emergency procedures and what to do in the event of power outages, machine failures, workplace injuries, etc.
Wears and utilizes personal protective equipment (PPE) as required
Understand and identifies Lock-out/Tag-out procedures
Informs supervisor of safety issues; reports any workplace injury or incident immediately
Actively participates in the D&W safety improvement process/activities, e.g. Hazard Identification, Safety Suggestions, Safety Teams, etc.
Task
Completes all required documentation pertaining to setups and removing dies
Maintain and provide general maintenance of the dies/presses
Guides Machine Operators on troubleshooting efforts
Follow plant quality practices including Good Manufacturing Practices, or GMP’s
Ability to set/insert/remove molds and/or dies
Examine products to verify conformance to quality standards
Maintains his or her work area in a neat condition
Mold and trim die preparation
Inspect and/or clean molds and return them to storage racks
Performs tool changes and final adjustments
Performs troubleshooting and adjustment of processing problems
Support company Food Safety efforts through commitment and compliance to SQF standard practices and policies
QUALIFICATIONS
1.Willingness to work and follow verbal/written instructions
Basic computer skills
Must be able to read, write and speak English
Forklift certification may be required
Read blueprints and other necessary documentation
EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND/OR LICENSING/CERTIFICATION
High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate)
WORK ENVIRONMENT
While performing the duties of this position employee may be exposed to extreme heat, moving mechanical parts and products with sharp edges. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
Referral Bonus: $1,000
More than a job. Grow, belong, and make a difference.
At D&W Fine Pack, we don’t just make packaging, we build purpose, pride, and strong teams. Whether you’re launching your career or bringing years of experience, this is a place where you can grow, be supported, and make a real impact. Our culture is built on four core values that guide everything we do:
D edicated to Excellence– We hold ourselves to high standards in safety, sustainability, quality, and service.
W inning with Success– We keep improving to deliver more for our customers and community.
F ocused on Service– We listen, act fast, and support both our customers and each other.
P eople with Purpose– We work as one team, showing respect, integrity, and care for all.
Benefits That Matter
Taking care of our team is a priority. Our benefits include:
Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
401k with company match
Short and Long-Term Disability (STD/LTD)
Company-paid Life Insurance
FSA’s for Medical & Dependent Care
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) –counseling, financial tools, legal help & more
Wellness program
Cancer Expert Now – access to expert consultations for cancer diagnosis and treatment guidance
And more!
If this sounds like the kind of company and team you want to grow with, we’d love to hear from you
Qualifications
Skills
Required
Equipment Maintenance: Some Knowledge
Troubleshooting: Advanced
Problem Solving Skills: Advanced
Intermediate Computer Skills: Intermediate
Organizational Skills: Intermediate
Attention to Detail: Advanced
Behaviors
Required
Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Motivations
Required
Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
Equal Opportunity Employer
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