Precision Wire EDM Setup Technician

COREDUX-USA-LLC; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly compensation

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

Job summary

CoreDux USA is seeking an EDM Set-Up Technician / Operator in San Diego to set up, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain EDM equipment while producing precision components that meet customer quality, delivery, and productivity requirements.

You will support the EDM Manufacturing Department’s daily operation and participate in continuous improvement efforts, ensuring safe and repeatable processes and high-quality results.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical school, machining certificate, or apprenticeship preferred.
• Minimum three (3) years of machining experience.
• Minimum two (2) years of Wire EDM setup and operation experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and manufacturing documentation.
• Experience using precision measuring equipment including micrometers, calipers, indicators, bore gauges, and height gauges.
• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.
• Good mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate Wire EDM equipment according to manufacturing documentation, engineering drawings, and work instructions.
• Verify machine setups and perform first-piece inspections prior to production.
• Produce precision components that meet engineering drawings, GD&T requirements, customer specifications, and quality standards.
• Monitor machining operations and make approved machine offsets to maintain dimensional compliance.
• Perform first-piece, in-process, and final inspections using precision measuring equipment.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, process documentation, and work instructions.
• Replace wire, filters, dielectric fluid, and other EDM consumables as required.
• Perform routine machine maintenance and daily equipment care.
• Work with the Maintenance Department to support preventive maintenance activities and maximize machine uptime.
• Assist with fixture setup, workholding, tooling improvements, and process optimization.
• Support new job setups, prove-outs, and production readiness.
• Support First Article Inspection (FAI), production validation, and customer quality requirements.
• Assist with installation, startup, and qualification of new EDM equipment.
• Assist in establishing standardized setup procedures, tooling methods, and manufacturing best practices to support the continued growth of the EDM Manufacturing Department.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Follow all company safety, quality, and manufacturing procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading GD&T drawings

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical school / machining certificate or apprenticeship

Tools

Wire EDM equipment

Precision measuring tools

Job description

CoreDux USA is seeking an EDM Set-Up Technician / Operator in San Diego to set up, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain EDM equipment while producing precision components that meet customer quality, delivery, and productivity requirements.

You will support the EDM Manufacturing Department’s daily operation and participate in continuous improvement efforts, ensuring safe and repeatable processes and high-quality results.