EDM Operator - Allegan Area

Job Description

Job Description

EDM Operator | Allegan, MI

Salary Range: $49,000 - $79,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for excelling in edm operator? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We are collaborating with companies in Allegan seeking experienced EDM Operators.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Allegan 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 Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM) equipment.
• Load and unload workpieces and electrodes, ensuring proper alignment and fixturing.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and work instructions to determine job specifications.
• Adjust EDM machine parameters such as power, pulse duration, and gap voltage to achieve desired results.
• Perform in-process and final quality inspections using precision measuring instruments like calipers and micrometers.
• Troubleshoot and resolve minor machine alarms or production issues to minimize downtime.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance and cleaning of EDM machines and work areas.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proven experience operating Wire and/or Sinker EDM machines in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to accurately read and interpret complex engineering blueprints and technical specifications.
• Proficiency in using precision measuring tools (e.g., micrometers, calipers, optical comparators) for quality inspection.
• Strong mechanical aptitude for machine setup, tooling adjustments, and basic troubleshooting.
• Basic understanding of G-code and M-code for machine operation and program interpretation.

Bonus Qualifications

• Proficiency with CMM or other advanced metrology equipment.
• Basic understanding of CAD/CAM software for part visualization or fixture design.
• Proven ability to perform minor preventative maintenance and advanced troubleshooting on EDM machinery.
• Experience contributing to continuous improvement or process optimization initiatives.

Job Titles That Should Apply

EDM Operator, EDM Technician, CNC EDM Operator, Wire EDM Operator, EDM Machinist, Precision EDM Operator, Electrical Discharge Machining Operator

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.