TOTAL MANUFACTURING
Now Hiring: Lead EDM Operator
Day Shift $30–$40/hour DOE Mentor, Ohio
Position: Lead EDM Operator
Shift: Day shift
Pay Range: $30–$40 per hour, based on direct EDM experience
Location: Total Manufacturing — 7777 St. Clair Ave., Mentor, OH 44060
About Total Manufacturing
Total Manufacturing is a privately owned precision machine shop based in Mentor, Ohio, operating out of a 90,000 square foot facility built around skilled craftsmanship and modern equipment. Our work spans CNC milling and turning, EDM, manual machining, grinding, welding, fabrication, and painting — supporting rapid prototyping as well as small to medium volume production for customers who demand tight tolerances and complex geometries.
We are proud of a team whose average tenure exceeds 20 years. That kind of stability is the result of treating people well, investing in our equipment, and giving experienced machinists the autonomy to do their best work. Our EDM department — with both wire and sinker capabilities — produces intricate features and surface finishes that conventional machining cannot achieve, in some of the toughest materials we run.
The Role
We are looking for an experienced Lead EDM Operator to take ownership of our Charmilles sinker and wire EDM platforms. You will be the go-to expert in the department — setting up jobs, programming and operating the machines, troubleshooting issues, and keeping the equipment running at peak performance. This is a hands-on leadership role for a machinist who takes pride in precision work and wants the equipment, support, and challenging projects to match.
What You'll Do
Set up, operate, program, and maintain Charmilles sinker and wire EDM machines
Read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, and CAD/CAM data to plan EDM operations
Select electrodes, fixtures, wire types, and machine parameters for each job
Hold tight tolerances and produce excellent surface finishes in hardened tool steels, carbide, and exotic alloys
Perform first-article and in-process inspection; document and verify part quality
Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and process issues; perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs
Mentor other machinists on EDM best practices and contribute to continuous improvement on the floor
Work closely with engineering, programming, and quality to keep jobs moving on schedule
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What You Bring
Demonstrated experience setting up, operating, programming, and maintaining sinker and wire EDM equipment — Charmilles experience strongly preferred
Strong blueprint reading and GD&T skills
Comfort with EDM CAM software and on-machine programming
Solid math skills and proficiency with precision measurement tools (micrometers, calipers, indicators, gage pins, optical comparators, CMM as needed)
A quality-first mindset, attention to detail, and the discipline to follow process
Reliability, ownership of your work area, and a willingness to share what you know with the team
High school diploma or GED; technical/trade school coursework or apprenticeship a plus
Compensation
$30–$40 per hour, depending on direct EDM experience. Day shift schedule. Overtime as work requires.
Benefits Highlights
Total Manufacturing is part of the Trust Manufacturing Group, which means our team has access to a robust benefits package. Highlights include:
Health & Wellness
Medical (PPO) through Roundstone/Bywater on the Cigna national provider network
Dental and Vision coverage through Guardian
Pharmacy benefits through True Rx, plus the SHARx high-cost prescription advocacy program (employer-paid) for eligible specialty medications
ComPsych GuidanceResources EAP — confidential counseling, legal, financial, and work-life support 24/7
Income Protection
Employer-paid Basic Life and AD&D coverage through Guardian (no cost to you)
Voluntary Life and AD&D for employees, spouses, and children
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options through Guardian
Voluntary Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity coverage
Retirement
401(k) plan administered by Marcum Wealth, LLC — pre-tax contributions up to IRS limits
Company match: 100% of the first 1% you contribute, plus 50% match on the next 5%
Eligible after 3 months of service
This is a brief summary. Full plan details and a complete benefits guide will be provided during onboarding.
How to Apply
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If you are an experienced EDM machinist who wants to lead the department at a stable, well-equipped shop with long-tenured colleagues and challenging work, we want to hear from you.
Submit your resume and a brief note about your EDM experience to:
jobs@totalmfg.com
Total Manufacturing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
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