EDM Operator | Holt, MI

Salary Range: $52,000 - $82,000 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 Holt seeking EDM Operators.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Holt that are adding EDM Operators to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up, program, and operate EDM (Electrical Discharge Machining) equipment.
• Load and unload workpieces and electrodes with precision.
• Monitor machine performance and adjust parameters to ensure quality and efficiency.
• Perform in-process and final inspections using various measurement tools.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and work instructions.
• Conduct routine maintenance and cleaning of EDM machines and work areas.
• Troubleshoot and resolve minor operational issues or machine malfunctions.

Recommended Qualifications

• 2+ years of direct experience operating Wire and/or Sinker EDM machines in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering blueprints, schematics, and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Ability to perform machine setups, load programs, adjust parameters (e.g., power, pulse duration, gap), and troubleshoot EDM processes.
• Experience with precision measurement tools such as micrometers, calipers, height gauges, and optical comparators for in-process and final inspection.
• Strong understanding of various materials (e.g., tool steels, carbides, exotic alloys) and their EDM characteristics.

Bonus Qualifications

• Proficiency in CAD/CAM software for electrode design or advanced programming
• Experience operating CMM or other advanced metrology equipment
• Basic machine maintenance and troubleshooting skills for EDM equipment
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles (e.g., 5S, Kaizen)

Job Titles That Should Apply

EDM Operator, EDM Machinist, Wire EDM Operator, Sinker EDM Operator, CNC EDM Operator, EDM Programmer, 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.