Setter – Night Shift (12-Hour) – Buffalo Grove, IL
Pay: Up to $35/hr
Location: 600 Deerfield Pkwy, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
Shift: Night Shift, 2/2/3 rotating schedule (6:00 PM – 6:00 AM)
Employment Type: Full-time, Hourly
About the Role:
We’re looking for a skilled Setter (also called a Set-Up Technician) to join our Buffalo Grove facility. You’ll be responsible for setting up molds and preparing injection molding machines for overnight production runs. This role is hands-on, fast-paced, and crucial for keeping production running smoothly and efficiently.
Key Responsibilities:
Set up and start injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment for production runs
Load programs and align automated/robotic systems
Perform visual inspections of product per production specifications
Troubleshoot small to mid-size machine/process issues, escalating as needed
Pull, clean, and set molds; perform color changes and material lot changes
Conduct assembly start-up batches and complete cycle checklists
Perform TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) Level 1 on equipment
Follow LOTO (Lock Out/Tag Out) procedures for safety
Maintain clean, organized workspace and support Lean initiatives
Assist in process improvements and maintain quality, safety, and ISO standards
Requirements:
High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs frequently
Stand and walk for 90% of the shift; able to bend, stoop, reach, push, pull, grab, and climb
Meet vision requirements for the job
Preferred Skills:
Work Environment:
Why You’ll Love This Role:
Competitive hourly pay up to $35/hr
Consistent night shift schedule with a rotating pattern
Hands-on work with advanced manufacturing equipment
Opportunity to develop skills in injection molding and automation
Additional Info:
All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. The employer is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
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Sterling Engineering, Inc.
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