Spring Maker

Job Description

1st Shift - 6 AM to 2 PM

As a Manufacturing Technician, you will program, set up, and operate CNC machines in accordance with good manufacturing practices (GMP) to support the fabrication of medical components throughout the company. This is a unique opportunity to work in a job shop manufacturing facility where each day and project differs.

What can you expect to do on a typical day?

Operate and set up CNC and manual spring coiling machines to produce compression, extension, and torsion springs and formed wires

Adjust machine settings such as tension, pitch, and feed rate to achieve desired dimensions and tolerances

Conduct changeovers efficiently for different spring designs or material specifications

Inspect springs for dimensional accuracy, surface quality using tools such as calipers, micrometers, and vision inspection systems. Identify make machine adjustments as necessary

Set up and operate production equipment in accordance with good manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures

Ensure compliance with industry standards (e.g., ASTM, ISO) and customer specifications

Diagnose and resolve machine issues, including wire feeding problems, tooling wear, or calibration errors

Replace worn or damaged components such as mandrels, rollers, and guides

Work with various materials, including stainless steel and specialty alloys

Monitor material usage to minimize waste and ensure consistent quality

Suggest and implement process improvements to increase production efficiency and reduce scrap rates

Maintain a clean and organized work area

Keep equipment in good working order by performing regular inspection, cleaning, and servicing along with routine and preventative maintenance to avoid machine down time

Maintain maintenance logs of equipment serviced

Communicates and works with internal teams as needed

Follows all company procedures and protocols

What are the qualifications for this position?

High School diploma or equivalent. Technical or vocational training in related field a plus

Experience in spring coiling, forming or related metal forming processes

Hands-on experience with CNC coiling machines, set-up, tooling and maintenance

Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints and drawings

Knowledge of material properties

Experience with quality inspection tools and techniques

Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities

Experience with basic hand tools

Capable of performing basic mathematical functions

Effective time management to meet production deadlines

What are the 'extra' skills we hope to find in the right candidate but are not required:

Experience with CNC programs and programming

Prior experience working with the medical industry

Experience working in a job shop manufacturing environmentCompany Description

STL is a Technical Employment Agency - This is a Direct Hire Position

Full-time