Setup Technician Jobs
Setup Technician jobs are open across manufacturing, semiconductor, medical device, and automation industries, at every level from entry-level to senior and lead, with specializations in CNC setup, production line configuration, and equipment calibration. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Company Overview
Milara, Inc is a rapidly growing company that designs and manufactures robotic and industrial automation equipment for the Semiconductor and other industries. The company is headquartered in Boston, MA in the United States and has facilities in North America, Europe, and Asia.
Role Overview
Milara’s Setup & Test team is seeking Technician for final testing and setup of advanced electro-mechanical systems. The robots and the machines utilizing them are automating world-class capital equipment used in all advanced semiconductor factories. This is a great opportunity to join a growing team of enthusiastic people that share passion for robots, automation, and cutting-edge technologies.
The Final Setup, Test, & Field Service Technician is an important role in the setup, testing and final validation of our robotic automation product line of wafer handling products. This individual is responsible for bringing our systems to life and ensuring our products provide years of dependable service to our customers. This is accomplished by having an eye for every detail no matter how small and following established protocols without exception. The Final Setup, Test, & Field Service Technician is expected to discover any defects in workmanship, functionality, or configuration before finished units are shipped to the customer and take appropriate action. The Technician is expected to have expert knowledge of each product under their responsibility and be able to troubleshoot nonconformances to find the root cause. Records and documentation are required to be retained on our server for each serial number. This position reports to and is supported by both Service and Production teams.
Responsibilities:
Essential Job Responsibilities - the Technician performs the major functions listed below. The position may require additional duties/responsibilities that may not be outlined below, and specific functions are subject to change.
- Load firmware into robots and systems
- Performs start up checks
- Mechanical and software calibration
- Repeatability testing
- Verifies units match configuration spec
- Troubleshooting of nonconforming products
- Robot teaching and validation
- System commissioning
- Final inspection
- Performs inspection procedures utilizing various metrology tools.
- Troubleshoots mechanical/electrical/software problems in existing equipment. Assists in design improvements related to reliability, cost, performance.
- Documents and communicates issues to manufacturing and engineering
- Prepares written reports and makes recommendations for procedural changes related to quality assurance.
- Conducts variety of non-routine tasks to ensure production quality standards are met
- Supports R&D with testing of new products
- Support remotely or on-site customers with issues on the filed.
Qualifications & Requirements:
The following qualifications are the minimum requirements necessary to successfully perform this role. However, any equivalent combination of experience, education, and training, which provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities, would be considered.
- Technical degree or equivalent experience
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
- Good command of written and spoken English.
- Highly motivated, organized and detail oriented. Attention to detail is critical for this position.
- Works well under pressure and ensures on time completion of tasks.
- Able to document issues and drive continuous improvement.
- Ability to troubleshoot to component level complex electro-mechanical assemblies using oscilloscopes, digital multi-meters, and other test equipment.
- Semiconductor automation experience is a plus.
Work Remotely
- No
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) match
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Company Overview
Milara, Inc is a rapidly growing company that designs and manufactures robotic and industrial automation equipment for the Semiconductor and other industries. The company is headquartered in Boston, MA in the United States and has facilities in North America, Europe, and Asia.
Role Overview
Milara’s Setup & Test team is seeking Technician for final testing and setup of advanced electro-mechanical systems. The robots and the machines utilizing them are automating world-class capital equipment used in all advanced semiconductor factories. This is a great opportunity to join a growing team of enthusiastic people that share passion for robots, automation, and cutting-edge technologies.
The Final Setup, Test, & Field Service Technician is an important role in the setup, testing and final validation of our robotic automation product line of wafer handling products. This individual is responsible for bringing our systems to life and ensuring our products provide years of dependable service to our customers. This is accomplished by having an eye for every detail no matter how small and following established protocols without exception. The Final Setup, Test, & Field Service Technician is expected to discover any defects in workmanship, functionality, or configuration before finished units are shipped to the customer and take appropriate action. The Technician is expected to have expert knowledge of each product under their responsibility and be able to troubleshoot nonconformances to find the root cause. Records and documentation are required to be retained on our server for each serial number. This position reports to and is supported by both Service and Production teams.
Responsibilities:
Essential Job Responsibilities - the Technician performs the major functions listed below. The position may require additional duties/responsibilities that may not be outlined below, and specific functions are subject to change.
- Load firmware into robots and systems
- Performs start up checks
- Mechanical and software calibration
- Repeatability testing
- Verifies units match configuration spec
- Troubleshooting of nonconforming products
- Robot teaching and validation
- System commissioning
- Final inspection
- Performs inspection procedures utilizing various metrology tools.
- Troubleshoots mechanical/electrical/software problems in existing equipment. Assists in design improvements related to reliability, cost, performance.
- Documents and communicates issues to manufacturing and engineering
- Prepares written reports and makes recommendations for procedural changes related to quality assurance.
- Conducts variety of non-routine tasks to ensure production quality standards are met
- Supports R&D with testing of new products
- Support remotely or on-site customers with issues on the filed.
Qualifications & Requirements:
The following qualifications are the minimum requirements necessary to successfully perform this role. However, any equivalent combination of experience, education, and training, which provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities, would be considered.
- Technical degree or equivalent experience
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
- Good command of written and spoken English.
- Highly motivated, organized and detail oriented. Attention to detail is critical for this position.
- Works well under pressure and ensures on time completion of tasks.
- Able to document issues and drive continuous improvement.
- Ability to troubleshoot to component level complex electro-mechanical assemblies using oscilloscopes, digital multi-meters, and other test equipment.
- Semiconductor automation experience is a plus.
Work Remotely
- No
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) match
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in setup technician jobs.
- 1-3 years of CNC setup or machining experience in a production environment
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, GD&T drawings, and work orders
- Experience with measurement tools including micrometers, calipers, and gauges
- Knowledge of machine programming or G-code editing for setup adjustments
- High school diploma or GED, with vocational or technical training preferred
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing, 5S, or ISO quality system requirements
Tips for Your Setup Technician Job Search
Tailor your resume to machine types
List the specific equipment you've set up by manufacturer and model, not just generic categories like 'CNC machines' or 'automated assembly.' Hiring managers scan for exact equipment names, so matching their job listing's terminology gets your resume past the first cut.
Highlight changeover times on your resume
Employers care deeply about how fast you can execute a changeover or first-article run. Describe your fastest or most complex setups in concrete terms, like number of fixtures, part families, or shifts required, to show your efficiency without inflating numbers.
Get your NIMS or OSHA certification documented
Many setup technician postings list NIMS machining credentials or OSHA 10 as preferred or required. If you have them, include the certification name, issuing body, and year on your resume so applicant tracking systems flag you as a match immediately.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists setup technician openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match your equipment background and apply directly to each listing without sorting through unrelated results.
Prepare a troubleshooting example for interviews
Interviewers for setup roles almost always ask how you diagnosed a recurring setup error or brought a process back into spec. Walk through one real example with the problem, your diagnostic steps, and the outcome before your interview so your answer is concrete and confident.
Negotiate shift differential and tool allowances
Setup technician offers often include second- or third-shift differentials and annual tool allowances that aren't in the base offer. Ask about both before accepting, since these can meaningfully affect your total compensation, especially in high-volume production environments.
Setup Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most setup technicians?
The most active employers for setup technicians right now are WillScot, Herc Rentals, and McDonald Plastic Molding, and the most openings are in Wisconsin, Indiana, and Michigan, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is highest in automotive, medical device, and precision machining sectors.
How many setup technician jobs are remote?
About 0% of setup technician openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most of the role requires hands-on machine operation. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements are technical support coordination, setup documentation review, and CNC programming roles that don't require floor presence.
How do you become a setup technician?
Start by completing a vocational program or community college certificate in machining, manufacturing technology, or mechatronics. From there, pursue an entry-level machine operator or production technician role to build hands-on equipment time. Seek out employers who rotate operators into setup tasks, earn a NIMS credential to validate your skills, and progress into dedicated setup responsibilities as you demonstrate proficiency with changeovers and first-article inspections.
Can you get hired as a setup technician with little experience?
Yes, many employers hire setup technician trainees or junior setup roles that assume one year or less of floor experience. Your best path in is to emphasize machine operator time, any blueprint-reading coursework, and exposure to measurement tools. Smaller job shops tend to cross-train operators into setup work faster than large OEMs, so targeting those employers early in your career gives you the hands-on reps you need to qualify for mid-level setup roles.
What does the setup technician interview process look like?
Most setup technician interviews include a phone screen focused on your equipment background, followed by an in-person or on-site interview with a production supervisor or lead technician. Expect technical questions about how you approach a first-article setup, how you handle out-of-tolerance conditions, and your familiarity with the specific machines in their shop. Some employers include a brief hands-on skills assessment or ask you to interpret a sample blueprint during the interview.
Where can I find and apply to setup technician jobs?
You can find and apply to setup technician jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your equipment background and location, then apply directly to each listing. There's no extra step between finding a role that fits and submitting your application.
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