Press Operator & Setup Technician – Precision Manufacturing

The Pivot Group Careers; St. Johns (MI); On-site; USD 44,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Careers is seeking a skilled Press Operator / Setup for opportunities in St. Johns, MI.

This role supports local manufacturers in setting up presses, loading materials, and maintaining production flow with attention to quality and safety. The ideal candidate will have press operation and setup experience, be proficient with calipers and gauges, read blueprints, and follow setup instructions.

Qualifications

• 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.
• 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.
• Formal training in machine trades or a related apprenticeship (bonus).
• Experience with CNC controlled press equipment or stamping/ forming presses (bonus).

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Load material and monitor the feed throughout the production run.

Skills

Press operation

Setup

Blueprint reading

Calipers & gauges

Troubleshooting

Safety procedures

Mechanical aptitude

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Job description

The Pivot Group Careers is seeking a skilled Press Operator / Setup for opportunities in St. Johns, MI.

This role supports local manufacturers in setting up presses, loading materials, and maintaining production flow with attention to quality and safety. The ideal candidate will have press operation and setup experience, be proficient with calipers and gauges, read blueprints, and follow setup instructions.