Press Setup Technician: Precision, Quality & Safe Production

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) retirement savings program with

PTO

Other benefits

Job summary

IDEX is seeking a production operator to set up and run single-level compaction presses in a fast-paced manufacturing cell. You will perform daily setup, monitor operations, and conduct in-process inspections to maintain quality and safety standards.

You will switch between roles, meet tight production targets, and contribute to a value-stream approach from setup through pressing and final checks. A high school diploma and 1–3 years in manufacturing are preferred, with a compensation range of

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 1–3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• Previous press-setup experience (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Set up and run compaction presses
• Perform 2–3 set-ups per shift when necessary
• Operate multiple presses or inspection equipment simultaneously
• Meeting tight production requirements across long‑running production and reacting in real time to stay within the requirements
• Ability to switch between the 2 roles/pitches in the cell on a daily basis
• Embrace a value‑stream approach; execute the entire process from setup through pressing and inspection

Skills

Blueprint reading

Tools & gauges knowledge

Math aptitude

Team communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

IDEX is seeking a production operator to set up and run single-level compaction presses in a fast-paced manufacturing cell. You will perform daily setup, monitor operations, and conduct in-process inspections to maintain quality and safety standards.

You will switch between roles, meet tight production targets, and contribute to a value-stream approach from setup through pressing and final checks. A high school diploma and 1–3 years in manufacturing are preferred, with a compensation range of