Press Set Up Technician - 2nd Shift

Posted:
7/8/2026, 11:54:54 PM

Location(s):
Farmington, Connecticut, United States ⋅ Connecticut, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level

Field(s):
Customer Success & Support ⋅ Operations & Logistics

Workplace Type:
On-site

Pay:
$48k–$72k/yr

If you’re looking for a special place to build or grow your career, you’ve found it. Whether you’re an experienced professional, a recent college graduate or somewhere in between, IDEX is a place where you can apply your existing skills and learn new ones in an environment where you can make an impact.

With interesting opportunities in engineering, marketing, sales, supply chain, operations, HR, finance, and more across more than 40 diverse businesses around the globe, chances are, we have something special for you.

What makes this role a GREAT fit for you? When you join Mott, a leader in the industries we serve, you’ll join an entrepreneurial, employee-owned and fast-paced team and play a key role in our company’s double-digit growth. We inspire engineers to escape the ordinary to solve mission critical problems for our customers and have fun along the way.  

Key Responsibilities: 

Set up of various (single level) compaction presses 

Running and monitoring of 3 Ton presses; in process inspection and adjustment, tray loading, furnace operation & monitoring powder levels 

Perform first piece, in-process and final inspection steps including visual sorting, flow testing, length, OD, Burr, etc.  

 

Meeting tight production requirements across long running production & reacting in real time to stay within the requirements 

Ability to switch between the 2 roles / pitches in the cell on a daily basis 

Embracing a value stream approach in the role; ability to execute the entire process from setup through pressing and inspection.  

 

Expected Performance Outcomes: 

Required Experience: 

Ability to set up and run compaction presses.  

Perform 2 – 3 set-ups per shift when necessary. 

Operate multiple presses or inspection equipment at the same time. 

 

High School Diploma or equivalent 

1 –3 years' experience in a manufacturing environment 

Previous press setup experience (preferred)    

 

Technical Knowledge/Skills: 

Personal Attributes: 

Mechanical aptitude 

Excellent mathematical aptitude 

Knowledge of tools and gauges 

Blueprint reading  

Basic computer skills 

 

Exhibits Core Values 

Curios mindset 

Ability to work independent as well as part of a team 

Strong communication skills 

 

Are you ready to join a different kind of company where our people, our culture, and our commitments are centered around providing trusted solutions that improve lives around the world?

Total Rewards

The compensation range for this position is $48,000.00 - $72,000.00, depending on experience. This position may be eligible for performance based bonus plan.

Benefits Package

Our comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings include: Health benefits, 401(k) retirement savings program with company match, PTO, and more. More information on our benefits and rewards can be found on our career page: https://www.idexcorp.com/careers/our-benefits-and-rewards/

IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IDEX gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.

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This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Artificial intelligence is not used to screen, assess or select applicants.

IDEX

Website: https://www.idexcorp.com/

Headquarter Location: Lake Forest, Illinois, United States

Employee Count: 5001-10000

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IPO Status: Public

Last Funding Type: Post-IPO Debt

Industries: Manufacturing ⋅ Medical

Visa Sponsorship: Sponsors work visas