Job Description

Flexible Shift Options | Shift Differential | Overtime Available | Full Benefits

Location: Painesville, Ohio
Job Type: Full-Time

Bring Your Setup Expertise to Meritec

Are you an experienced Progressive Die Setup Technician who enjoys troubleshooting equipment, optimizing setups, and solving production challenges?

Meritec is seeking a skilled setup professional to join our manufacturing team in Painesville, Ohio. This is not simply an operator position—we are looking for someone who can independently perform die setups, machine changeovers, feed adjustments, and troubleshooting in a high-speed progressive stamping environment.

If you're looking for a stable company, flexible scheduling options, outstanding benefits, and the opportunity to make a direct impact on production success, we'd like to hear from you.

Why Join Meritec?

• Competitive compensation based on setup experience
• Flexible shift options available
• Shift differential for second shift
• Overtime opportunities available
• Medical coverage with company contributions for employees and their families
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Tuition assistance for continued education and career growth
• Bonus opportunity
• On-site fitness center
• Stable, growing manufacturing company
• Team-oriented environment where skilled technicians are respected and valued

Available Schedules

First Shift
Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Second Shift
Monday-Friday, 3:15 p.m. – 11:45 a.m. Includes shift differential.

Shift placement will be discussed during the interview process based on business needs and candidate preference.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for technicians who have independently performed progressive die setups and machine changeovers—not individuals whose experience is limited to machine operation only.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of progressive die setup experience.
• Experience performing independent die setups and machine changeovers.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and setup documentation.
• Experience using micrometers, calipers, comparators, and other precision measuring tools.
• Ability to work independently and make setup adjustments to achieve quality and production goals.