Set Up Technician

About Company

Minth Group is a global Tier 1 automotive supplier specializing in exterior and structural automotive components. Our operations use advanced automation, robotics, and manufacturing technologies to deliver high-quality products to major automotive original equipment manufacturers (OEMs).

Job Summary

The Set-Up Technician performs setup, adjustment, troubleshooting, changeovers, and technical support for automated manufacturing equipment in a high-volume Tier 1 automotive environment. The position requires hands-on experience with Siemens and Allen-Bradley PLC systems, robotics, sonic welding, machine vision, low-voltage electrical circuits, and pneumatics. This role partners with Production, Maintenance, Engineering, and Quality to support safe, reliable equipment operation and customer delivery commitments.

Key Responsibilities

1. Equipment Set-Up & Production Changeovers

• Perform equipment setups, tooling adjustments, machine changeovers, and production startup activities according to approved specifications.
• Verify settings, tooling alignment, and readiness; support first-piece inspection and production validation with Quality and Production.
• Resolve startup issues and minimize changeover delays and production downtime.

2. PLC Systems & Industrial Controls

• Troubleshoot Siemens PLC systems and associated industrial controls.
• Use Allen-Bradley RSLogix 5000 and Studio 5000 to monitor and diagnose PLC-controlled equipment.
• Identify I/O, sensor, communication, and sequencing faults; assist authorized Engineering personnel with approved changes and document corrective actions.

3. Industrial Robotics - FANUC & Yaskawa

• Set up, troubleshoot, and adjust FANUC and Yaskawa robotic systems.
• Support teach pendant operations, robot positioning, program selection, part handling, and production sequencing.
• Diagnose robot alarms and interface faults in accordance with robotic safety procedures.

4. Sonic Welding Equipment

• Set up, adjust, and troubleshoot sonic (ultrasonic) welding equipment.
• Monitor applicable weld parameters, including amplitude, pressure, weld time, and energy.
• Address welding defects and adjust fixtures/tooling in collaboration with Quality and Engineering.

5. Vision Systems & Quality Inspection Technology

• Set up and troubleshoot machine vision systems, preferably Keyence.
• Support part-presence, orientation, dimensional, and defect inspections.
• Adjust approved camera, lighting, and inspection settings; resolve false rejects and communication faults.

6. Low-Voltage Electrical Systems

• Troubleshoot low-voltage circuits, relays, switches, sensors, solenoids, and control panels.
• Read electrical schematics and wiring diagrams and use appropriate diagnostic instruments.
• Complete authorized electrical repairs and component replacement in compliance with safety requirements.

7. Pneumatic Systems & Mechanical Troubleshooting

• Read pneumatic diagrams and troubleshoot valves, cylinders, regulators, actuators, and air systems.
• Identify leaks, pressure fluctuations, and failed components; verify pressures against approved specifications.
• Coordinate needed repairs with Maintenance personnel.

8. Preventive Maintenance & Equipment Reliability

• Perform assigned equipment inspections, adjustments, and preventive maintenance.
• Document setup activity, recurring faults, corrective actions, and changeover results.
• Support root-cause analysis, cycle-time improvement, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).

9. Quality, Safety & Automotive Compliance

• Follow approved work instructions, process controls, and applicable IATF 16949 requirements.
• Support error-proofing (Poka-Yoke), production verification, and 5S/Lean initiatives.
• Observe OSHA requirements and Lockout/Tagout procedures; promptly escalate safety or quality concerns.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; technical training in Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, Electrical Technology, or Automation preferred.
• 2-3 years of relevant equipment setup, industrial maintenance, automation troubleshooting, or manufacturing technical support experience.
• Hands-on experience with Siemens PLCs and Allen-Bradley PLCs, including RSLogix 5000 and Studio 5000.
• Experience with sonic welding, industrial vision systems, FANUC and Yaskawa robots.
• Knowledge of low-voltage circuits and pneumatic systems; ability to read electrical and pneumatic diagrams.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting skills, and ability to collaborate across departments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Tier 1 automotive supplier or OEM experience; automated plastic component manufacturing, injection molding, or assembly experience.
• Keyence vision systems; Siemens TIA Portal, SIMATIC PLCs, and HMI experience.
• FANUC and Yaskawa teach pendant experience; tooling changeovers and startup validation.
• Familiarity with IATF 16949, error-proofing, PLC communications, and industrial networking.

Safety Requirements

• Follow Minth safety policies, OSHA requirements, Lockout/Tagout, and required PPE practices.
• Never bypass guarding or safety interlocks; perform electrical, robotic, and pneumatic work only within authorized training.
• Report unsafe conditions, hazards, and equipment failures immediately.

Physical Requirements

• Stand, walk, bend, kneel, and work around equipment for extended periods.