Set Up Tech

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Paragould, AR Until 8/23/2026 First posted May 24, 2025 Last posted May 24, 2025
Job description
L.A. Darling Company LLC

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

Please join us at L.A. Darling for a Hiring Event



Wednesday, May 28, 2025

1:00pm to 4:00 pm



1401 Highway 49B

Paragould, AR 72450





L.A. Darling will be conducting onsite interviews for our open manufacturing positions.  We are seeking assembly operators, machine operators, set-up techs and welders.  Positions available on both first and second shift. We offer competitive wages, weekly pay, benefits day one of employment, attendance bonuses and an opportunity to build a long-term career with our growing organization.   We look forward to meeting you and having you join our team!

Sets up and operates metal fabricating machines such as brakes, rolls, shears, saws, and presses, to cut, bend, straighten, and form metal plates, sheets, and structural shapes by performing the following duties.

  • Reads and interprets blueprints, engineering specifications, and shop orders to determine machine setup, production methods, and sequence of operation.

  • Be able to read hand tools like tape measures, Square Head Protractors. & Calipers

  • Selects, positions, and secures dies, blades, cutters, and fixtures onto machine.

  • Positions and clamps stop, guides, and turntables.

  • Adjust controls to set and regulate machining factors such as pressure and depth of ram stroke, adjustment rolls, blade angle, and machine speed.

  • Locates and marks bending or cutting lines and reference points on workpiece.

  • Positions workpiece against stops and guides or aligns layout marks with dies or cutting blades.

  • Starts machine and observes machine operation to reposition workpiece, change dies, or adjust machine settings for multiple or successive passes.

  • Inspects or measures work. Operates machines to fabricate nonmetallic materials such as composites or plastics.

  • Work as a team to achieve and maintain 100% efficiency.

  • Works closely with Product Engineering, if required.

  • Complete 60 day probation period without incurring disciplinary action.

  • Performs any other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to careers@marmon.com, and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.

About this role

Summary

Sets up and operates metal fabricating machines for production.

Job title

Set Up Tech

Experience level

Industry

manufacturing

Location requirements

Located in Paragould, AR; onsite work only

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

blueprintsengineering specificationsshop ordershand toolsmachine setup

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

metal fabricatingmachine operationassemblywelding
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Paragould, AR 72450, USA

On-site City