Press Operator / Setup - Kentwood Area

We partner with manufacturers across Kentwood seeking Press Operator / Setups who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

• →Operate and monitor manufacturing press machines.
• →Perform setup and changeover procedures for various production runs.
• →Conduct quality checks and make adjustments to ensure product specifications are met.
• →Troubleshoot and resolve minor machine malfunctions and production issues.
• →Load and unload materials and finished products from the press.
• →Maintain accurate production records and complete required documentation.
• →Adhere to all safety protocols and maintain a clean work environment.

• 3-5 years of experience operating and setting up manufacturing presses (e.g., stamping, forming, hydraulic).
• Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and work instructions.
• Demonstrated ability to perform quality checks using precision measurement tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers, gauges).
• Strong mechanical aptitude for troubleshooting and performing minor maintenance on press equipment.
• Ability to lift heavy materials and stand for extended periods in a manufacturing environment.

• Experience operating a forklift or other material handling equipment.
• Basic computer proficiency for data entry and system navigation.
• Ability to perform minor machine adjustments or preventative maintenance.
• Prior experience with quality inspection tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers).
• Familiarity with Lean manufacturing principles or 5S methodology.

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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.