Setup Technician

Marlette, MI, us on site Until 9/26/2026 3+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted July 28, 2026 Last posted July 28, 2026
Job description

Oetiker provides customers with the peace of mind that their mission-critical components are reliably connected. We are a global leader in high-end connecting solutions for the vehicle industry and for high-value applications in industrial segments. Our expertise in high-quality clamps, rings, straps and quick-connectors ranges from powertrain and drivetrain applications to medical applications. We offer engineering, prototyping and testing support to quickly create comprehensive solutions for overcoming clamping and connecting challenges. With 1800+ employees in more than 30 countries and over 75 years of experience, we are the trusted, global, long-term partner for the world’s leading OEMs.

Essential Functions 

  • Die Set-up
    • Start up and shut down all machines
    • Change coils on all machines
    • Un-jam Bihler, Lens, Finzer, BMS, Spako and Ing Yu
    • Regrind dies for Bihler, Lens, Finzer, BMS, Spako and Ing Yu
    • Set-up, troubleshoot, and repair Bihler, Finzers, Lens, BMS, Spako and Ing Yu (change tooling, set feeder and change modules) of all machines to pass FAIR
    • Overhead crane operation
    • Pull tooling from Lean Lift
    • Ensure compliance with ICM master manual, process manuals and product safety
    • Keep a neat and orderly work environment
  • Quality Inspection
    • Measure products to print specifications with use of calipers
    • Gauge parts to engineering specifications
    • Enter data into Fastcheck
    • Conduct quality visual inspection of finished product

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

  • Assembly Skills, Inspection Skills, Math Skills, Reading Comprehension Skills

Education / Experience

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent
  • Preferably a minimum of 3 years’ experience as a die setter within a metal stamping manufacturing facility

Oetiker, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

About this role

Summary

Set up, troubleshoot, and operate machinery; conduct quality inspections in metal stamping.

Job title

Setup Technician

Experience level

3+ years

Minimum experience

3+ years exp

Industry

manufacturing

Location requirements

On-site in Marlette, MI, no remote work allowed.

Salary

Not specified

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

assembly skillsinspection skillsmath skillsreading comprehension

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

die settingmetal stampingquality inspectionmachinery troubleshooting
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Marlette, MI 48453, USA

On-site City