Press Setup Technician: Precision Manufacturing

IDEX; Farmington (CT); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) retirement savings with company

PTO

Job summary

IDEX is hiring for a manufacturing press operator in Farmington, CT. The role covers setup and operation of single-level compaction presses, running 3 Ton presses, and performing in-process and final inspections to ensure product quality.

You will switch between roles daily and drive continuous improvement in a value-stream environment. The ideal candidate has a High School Diploma, 1–3 years in manufacturing, and basic tooling/measurement knowledge.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 years' experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Previous press setup experience preferred.
• Ability to set up and run compaction presses.
• Meet tight production requirements and react in real time.

Responsibilities

• Set up of various (single level) compaction presses.
• Run and monitor 3 Ton presses; in process inspection and adjustment, tray loading, furnace operation & monitoring powder levels.
• Perform first piece, in-process and final inspection steps including visual sorting, flow testing, length, OD, Burr, etc.
• Meet tight production requirements across long running production and react in real time to stay within the requirements.
• Ability to switch between the 2 roles / pitches in the cell on a daily basis.
• Embracing a value stream approach in the role; ability to execute the entire process from setup through pressing and inspection.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Mathematical aptitude

Blueprint reading

Basic computer skills

Strong communication skills

Curious mindset

Team orientation

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tools and gauges

Job description

IDEX is hiring for a manufacturing press operator in Farmington, CT. The role covers setup and operation of single-level compaction presses, running 3 Ton presses, and performing in-process and final inspections to ensure product quality.

You will switch between roles daily and drive continuous improvement in a value-stream environment. The ideal candidate has a High School Diploma, 1–3 years in manufacturing, and basic tooling/measurement knowledge.