EDM Operator – East Lansing Area

The Pivot Group Careers

East Lansing (MI)

On-site

USD 49,000 - 79,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

The Pivot Group Network is seeking an EDM Operator for opportunities in the East Lansing area. The role offers a salary range of $49,000 to $79,000, dependent on experience, and places a strong emphasis on precision, quality, and safety in a fast-paced shop environment.

Responsibilities include setting up and operating wire and sinker EDM machines, reading blueprints, verifying tolerances, and performing routine maintenance while documenting production and inspection results for supervisor

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience operating EDM equipment in a machine shop.
Ability to read blueprints and interpret GD&T symbols.
Experience with precision measuring tools (micrometers, calipers).

Responsibilities

Set up and operate wire and sinker EDM machines for daily production runs.
Read blueprints and work instructions to confirm dimensions and tolerances.
Load and align workpieces and electrodes on the machine table.
Monitor cutting cycles and adjust settings to hold tolerance.
Inspect finished parts with calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
Record production counts and inspection results on job paperwork.
Report tooling wear, defects, and machine issues to the supervisor.

Skills

Manufacturing

Machinery

Programming

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Quality

Maintenance

Support

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Job description

Job Description:

EDM Operator | East Lansing, MI

Salary Range: $49,000 – $79,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for excelling as a edm operator? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We collaborate with leading companies in the East Lansing area seeking experienced EDM Operators.

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan’s manufacturing regions. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

This posting covers EDM Operator opportunities with manufacturers based in and around East Lansing in Clinton County, within about 30 minutes of the city, including Okemos, Haslett, Perry, and Laingsburg.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing firms in the East Lansing area that seek skilled EDM Operators. These organizations are dedicated to maintaining high standards and look for professionals who can contribute effectively. By joining our network, you position yourself for opportunities aligned with your career goals.

Usual Responsibilities

Set up and operate wire and sinker EDM machines for daily production runs.
Read blueprints and work instructions to confirm dimensions and tolerances.
Load and align workpieces and electrodes on the machine table.
Monitor cutting cycles and adjust settings to hold tolerance.
Inspect finished parts with calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
Perform routine machine maintenance and keep the work area clean.
Record production counts and inspection results on job paperwork.
Report tooling wear, defects, and machine issues to the supervisor.

Recommended Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.
Prior experience operating EDM equipment in a machine shop.
Ability to read blueprints and interpret GD&T symbols.
Skill with precision measuring tools such as micrometers and calipers.
Basic math skills for calculating offsets and dimensions.
Attention to detail and ability to follow written procedures.

Bonus Qualifications

Formal training or certificate in machining technology.
Experience with both wire and sinker EDM machines.
Knowledge of CNC programming or editing G-code.
Familiarity with CAD software for reviewing part models.
Prior work in a tool and die or mold making shop.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Precision Machinist, Die Sinker Operator, Tool Room Machinist, Wire EDM Operator, Sinker EDM Operator, CNC Machinist, Tool and Die Maker, Machine Operator, EDM Technician

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who’ve been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic – they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

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