Spring Coiler Set-Up/Operator Machinist

Job Title: Spring Coiler Set-Up/Operator Machinist I 

1st Shift! $10,000 Sign-on Bonus!!

Location: NEAR Montebello CA area

Job Summary: The Spring Coiler Set-Up/Operator Machinist I is tasked with setting up and operating both mechanical and CNC coiling and wire forming machines. These machines produce a variety of spring parts including compression, extension, wire form, and torsion springs from steel wire according to blueprints and setup charts. This role offers a consistent first shift schedule, running from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM, allowing for a well-balanced work-life routine. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is offered to the successful candidate.

Essential Job Functions:

• Operate industrial coiling machines to manufacture wound commercial wire coils from tubes of various diameters and wall thicknesses.
• Perform setup, operation, changeover, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance for machinery.
• Conduct safety audits of equipment at the beginning of each shift, document results, and report to the supervisor.
• Interpret blueprints to determine machine setup procedures, necessary attachments, and appropriate stock or refer to setup charts for details.
• Install machine attachments such as taper cams, wire size blocks, coiling points, pitch tools, and cutting tools based on specifications from blueprints or setup charts.
• Measure wire diameter using precision tools like micrometers and calipers, and thread wire through appropriate machine components.
• Utilize various hand tools for setup and adjustments.
• Adjust machine settings to meet product specifications and quality standards.
• Conduct trial runs, perform stress relief, and measure sample products using gauges, load testers, micrometers, and calipers to ensure conformance to specifications.
• Make adjustments as necessary to maintain product quality within specified tolerances.
• May suggest modifications to blueprints to improve production processes.
• Potentially craft custom tools and attachments for machine operations.

Skills and Abilities:

• Proficiency in reading and interpreting part specifications or blueprints.
• Basic literacy and mathematical skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills.

Education and Experience:

• 3-4 years of experience in coiling, machine operation, and setup.
• Experience with various machinery operations such as cold winding, hot winding, lathes, and CNC machines is advantageous.

This role is ideal for individuals who have a strong background in industrial machine operation and are adept at mechanical setups and adjustments, ensuring high-quality production of precision metal components.