Precision Machine Setup Technician - Springs & Coiling

Wolverine Coil Spring Co.; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Wolverine Coil Spring Co. is seeking a skilled Machine Operator to perform a wide range of setup, adjustment, and inspection tasks on precision spring production equipment. You will read blueprints, select tooling, thread wire, and verify dimensions to ensure parts meet specifications.

You will work with technicians and engineers to optimize setups, document results, and uphold safety and quality standards in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of one year of manufacturing machine operation experience preferred.
• Previous experience in spring manufacturing, coiling, wire forming, or a similar precision manufacturing environment is preferred.
• NCRC Silver level or equivalent demonstrated workplace skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate proficiency in all functions and responsibilities of the Machine Operator classification.
• Review blueprints, setup instructions, and job requirements to determine appropriate setup procedures, machine selection, tooling, attachments, and raw material requirements.
• Select, install, and adjust machine tooling and attachments, including taper cams, block guides, coiling points, pitch tools, cutting tools, and other components required for production.
• Verify wire diameter using appropriate precision measuring equipment and properly thread wire through drive rollers, guides, and machine components.
• Set and adjust cams, turnbuckles, tooling, and machine controls to achieve required spring dimensions and specifications.
• Conduct trial runs and inspect sample parts using gauges, calipers, load testers, and other precision measuring equipment to verify conformance to specifications.
• Make machine and tooling adjustments as necessary to achieve dimensional, functional, and quality requirements.
• Perform first-piece layouts and support quality testing and verification activities as needed.
• Read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and setup documentation to ensure accurate production requirements.
• Develop and document finished and unfinished part dimensions while considering secondary operations required to produce the completed part.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair existing jobs and tooling using established procedures.
• Accurately complete job cards and required production and quality documentation.
• Maintain an organized work area and properly care for assigned tools, equipment, and measuring devices.
• Follow established safety practices, company policies, procedures, work instructions, and quality system requirements.
• Identify and communicate equipment, tooling, material, quality, or production concerns that may impact safety, quality, or productivity.
• Participate in departmental and company-wide continuous improvement activities focused on safety, quality, efficiency, and waste reduction.
• Collaborate with Machine Operators, Quality, Tooling, Engineering, and Production leadership to resolve set-up and production issues.
• Perform other reasonable duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Gauges

Load testers

Job description

Wolverine Coil Spring Co. is seeking a skilled Machine Operator to perform a wide range of setup, adjustment, and inspection tasks on precision spring production equipment. You will read blueprints, select tooling, thread wire, and verify dimensions to ensure parts meet specifications.

You will work with technicians and engineers to optimize setups, document results, and uphold safety and quality standards in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.