EDM Operator | Traverse City, MI

Salary Range: $50,000 - $80,000 depending on experience

Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in {{role_field}}? The Pivot Group is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in Traverse City seeking EDM Operators.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Traverse City region seeking EDM Operators. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor EDM machines (wire and/or sinker) according to specifications.
• Load and verify CNC programs, making minor adjustments as needed.
• Select, install, and align electrodes, wire, and workpieces accurately.
• Perform in-process and final inspections of machined parts using precision measuring tools.
• Conduct routine maintenance and basic troubleshooting of EDM equipment.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and work instructions.
• Maintain accurate production records and log machine parameters.
• Adhere to all safety procedures and maintain a clean work environment.

Recommended Qualifications

• 2+ years of direct experience operating Wire and/or Sinker EDM machines.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, technical drawings, and GD&T.
• Ability to perform machine setup, tooling, and make basic program adjustments.
• Skilled in using precision measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, gauges, optical comparators).
• Strong understanding of various materials and their properties relevant to EDM processes.

Bonus Qualifications

• Proficiency with CAD/CAM software (e.g., SolidWorks, Mastercam).
• Experience operating CMMs or other advanced metrology equipment.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude for troubleshooting and minor machine maintenance.
• Prior experience in a tool & die or precision machining environment.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles or 5S methodologies.

Job Titles That Should Apply

EDM Machinist, EDM Technician, Electrical Discharge Machining Operator, Wire EDM Operator, Sinker EDM Operator, CNC EDM Operator, EDM Programmer, EDM Set-up Technician, EDM Specialist

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.