Setup Technician - Ann Arbor Area

We partner with manufacturers across the Ann Arbor area seeking Setup Technicians who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

• →Coordinate with operators and supervisors on changeovers.
• →Follow safety rules and keep the work area clean.
• →Set up and adjust production machines before each production run.
• →Install and align tooling, dies, molds, and fixtures.
• →Run first article inspections and confirm parts meet specifications.
• →Troubleshoot setup and machine issues during production.
• →Perform minor maintenance and replace worn parts.
• →Record setup parameters and update setup sheets.

• Basic mechanical troubleshooting ability.
• Willingness to work shifts and overtime.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience setting up manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to read blueprints and work instructions.
• Skill with calipers, micrometers, and gauges.

• Experience with CNC or automated equipment.
• Forklift or overhead crane certification.
• Lean manufacturing or 5S experience.
• Welding or fabrication skills.
• Technical certificate or vocational training.

CNC Setup Operator, Die Setter, Tooling Technician, Manufacturing Technician, Production Setup Mechanic, Press Operator, Mold Setter, Equipment Technician, Machine Setup Operator

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

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

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.