Precision EDM Manufacturing Technician (CNC)

People First Recruitment; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

People First Recruitment is seeking a Precision EDM Manufacturing Technician in Auburn Hills, MI to set up and operate CNC EDM machines (sinker, wire, or popper) with strict GD&T specs. You will ensure proper tooling, maintain TPM routines, and verify parts to engineering specs while keeping clear shift communications.

Ideal candidates have 2–5 years in wire or sinker EDMs, US citizenship, and the ability to obtain a security clearance if needed.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years with wire or sinker EDMs (GD&T experience required).
• U.S. citizenship required.
• Able to obtain a U.S. Government Security Clearance if needed.
• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC EDM machines — sinker, wire, or popper — and occasionally support grind operations.
• Ensure machines are properly tooled and maintained; execute routine TPM.
• Produce and verify parts to engineering and customer specifications.
• Perform inspections to manufacturing standards and blueprint requirements; identify burrs or surface damage.
• Accurately maintain part IDs and documentation per planning specifications.
• Keep materials and parts moving efficiently through the cell.
• Follow all safety rules, quality procedures, and company policies; sustain a clean, organized 6S work area.
• Provide clear, concise shift‑change updates to the next team.

Skills

GD&T

Blueprint reading

Gauge inspection

Documentation

Shift communication

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Siemens CNC controls

Job description

Precision EDM Manufacturing Technician (CNC)Why This RoleHands‑on ownership of CNC EDM setups and production across sinker, wire, and popper platforms.Work with tight tolerances and clear engineering specs — where your GD&T fluency truly matters.Join a collaborative cell that values 6S discipline, TPM, and smooth shift‑to‑shift communication.Available ShiftsAfternoons: 2:00 PM – 10:30 PMNights: 10:00 PM – 6:30 AMWeekends (Fri–Sun): 6:00 AM – 6:30 PMIn This Position, You WillSet up and operate CNC EDM machines — sinker, wire, or popper — and occasionally support grind operations.Ensure machines are properly tooled and maintained; execute routine TPM.Produce and verify parts to engineering and customer specifications.Perform inspections to manufacturing standards and blueprint requirements; identify burrs or surface damage.Accurately maintain part IDs and documentation per planning specifications.Keep materials and parts moving efficiently through the cell.Follow all safety rules, quality procedures, and company policies; sustain a clean, organized 6S work area.Provide clear, concise shift‑change updates to the next team.What You BringHigh school diploma or GED.2–5 years with wire or sinker EDMs (GD&T experience required).Bonus points for Siemens CNC controls familiarity.Blueprint/planning/spec interpretation skills.Team‑oriented multitasker who thrives in a fast‑moving environment.Physical capabilities: lift 50 lbs (4\"–25\" range), push/pull 60 lbs, grip ≥50 lbs, reach above shoulder (65\").U.S. citizenship required.Able to obtain a U.S. Government Security Clearance if needed.Pay, Bonus & BenefitsHourly: $25–$37.50 plus shift premiums.Sign‑on bonus for qualified candidates.Comprehensive benefits: health, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, paid holidays, educational assistance.Core ProficienciesGD&TCNC Machine Setup & ChangeoverAdvanced Inspection & Gauge MeasurementPrimary TechnologyEDM Machine (Wire)