Press Operator / Setup | Lansing, MI

Salary Range: $47,000 - $72,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for excelling as a press operator / setup? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We collaborate with leading companies in the Lansing area seeking experienced Press Operator / Setups.

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan's manufacturing regions. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

This posting covers Press Operator / Setup opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Lansing in Clinton County, within about 30 minutes of the city.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Lansing region seeking Press Operator / Setups. 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.

Usual Responsibilities

• 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.
• Inspect parts for dimensional accuracy and visual defects.

Recommended Qualifications

• 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.
• Ability to read blueprints, job orders, and setup instructions.
• Comfort using measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.

Bonus Qualifications

• Forklift or overhead crane certification.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing and 5S practices.
• Formal training in machine trades or a related apprenticeship.
• Experience with CNC controlled press equipment.
• Experience with stamping, forming, or deep draw presses.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Press Setup Technician, Stamping Press Operator, Machine Operator, Die Setter, Punch Press Operator, Forming Machine Operator, Production Operator, Tool and Die Technician, Fabrication Operator, Press Operator

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 at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network 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.