Press Operator & Setup Technician

The Pivot Group Careers; Montague Township (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Careers is seeking skilled Press Operator / Setup in Montague, MI. Salary range $48,000–$75,000 depending on experience. This role supports manufacturing clients in Muskegon County and surrounding areas within about 45 minutes of Montague.

You will load materials, inspect parts, set up presses, and ensure quality per job specs. Prior press operation experience and safety focus are essential; candidates who can read blueprints and use calipers will fit well.

Qualifications

• Ability to read blueprints, job orders, and setup instructions.
• Comfort using measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Mechanical aptitude for adjusting tooling and diagnosing press issues.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Commitment to safety procedures and lockout tagout practices.
• Prior press operation or setup experience in a manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

• Load material and monitor the feed throughout the production run.
• Inspect parts for dimensional accuracy and visual defects.
• Perform first piece and in process checks using calipers and gauges.
• Troubleshoot press faults and make minor repairs to keep production running.
• Complete setup sheets, production logs, and maintenance records.
• Set up presses according to job specifications and production schedules.
• Install and align dies, tooling, and fixtures on the press.
• Adjust press settings such as stroke, speed, and pressure for each run.

Skills

Blueprints reading

Setup instructions

Measuring tools

Mechanical aptitude

Standing endurance

Lockout/tagout safety

Press experience

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Job description

The Pivot Group Careers is seeking skilled Press Operator / Setup in Montague, MI. Salary range $48,000–$75,000 depending on experience. This role supports manufacturing clients in Muskegon County and surrounding areas within about 45 minutes of Montague.

You will load materials, inspect parts, set up presses, and ensure quality per job specs. Prior press operation experience and safety focus are essential; candidates who can read blueprints and use calipers will fit well.