Senior CNC Metal Spinning Technician (Experienced or Trainee)

HMS Manufacturing; Florida; On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, life, and_dis_

401(k) with company match

Vacation and holidays

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Hialeah Metal Spinning, Inc. in Florida is seeking a Senior CNC Metal Spinning Setup & Process Technician to lead setup, operation and optimization of CNC/PNC spinning processes. You will work with tooling, programs, drawings, inspection requirements, and production teams to deliver safe, repeatable, high-quality parts.

The role emphasizes knowledge transfer, developing repeatable processes, and mentoring next-generation HMS operators, with focus on safety, quality, and productivity improvements.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in metal spinning.
• Experience setting up and operating CNC/PNC forming or turning equipment.
• Ability to read complex mechanical drawings and apply GD&T.
• Proficiency with precision measuring equipment and first-piece inspection.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to mentor others.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC/PNC metal-spinning machines for prototype and production work.
• Interpret engineering drawings, CAD information, specifications, tolerances, and inspection requirements.
• Select and install spinning tooling, rollers, mandrels, tailstock/support components, and fixtures.
• Develop, prove out, document, and optimize spinning sequences and machine parameters.
• Evaluate material behavior during forming and adjust to improve dimensional accuracy and repeatability.
• Troubleshoot forming issues such as wrinkling, thinning, cracking, and process instability.
• Verify conformance with inspection equipment and documentation.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Tool Room, Maintenance, and Production to resolve issues.
• Maintain accurate production and process information in HMS systems and work instructions.
• Support preventive maintenance and basic troubleshooting of spinning equipment.
• Train and mentor operators and apprentices in safe setup, operation, inspection, and discipline.

Skills

Metal spinning

CNC/PNC programming

GD&T

Inspection/ metrology

Training others

Tools

LEIFELD CNC/PNC equipment

Job description

Build and Improve Specialized Metal-Forming ProcessesFounded in 1957, Hialeah Metal Spinning (HMS) is a family-owned precision manufacturer serving aerospace,defense, industrial, transportation, and commercial customers. Our capabilities include advanced CNC/PNC metalspinning, deep drawing, fabrication, CNC machining, laser processing, and complex metal-forming operations. HMSoperates in an AS9100 and ISO 9001 quality environment and is ITAR registered.Position SummaryThe Senior CNC Metal Spinning Setup & Process Technician is a hands-on senior manufacturing role responsible forsetting up, operating, troubleshooting, and improving specialized CNC/PNC metal-spinning processes. This personwill work with tooling, programs, process parameters, drawings, inspection requirements, and production personnelto produce complex formed components safely and consistently. A major part of the role is transferring knowledge:developing repeatable processes and helping train the next generation of HMS spinning operators.Key Responsibilities Set up and operate CNC/PNC metal-spinning machines for prototype and production work. Interpret engineering drawings, CAD information, specifications, tolerances, and inspection requirements. Select and install spinning tooling, rollers, mandrels, tailstock/support components, and related fixtures. Develop, prove out, document, and optimize spinning sequences and machine parameters for new and existingparts. Evaluate material behavior during forming and make controlled adjustments to improve dimensional accuracy,surface condition, cycle time, and repeatability. Troubleshoot forming issues such as wrinkling, thinning, cracking, springback, dimensional variation, toolingmarks, and process instability. Use micrometers, calipers, gauges, templates, and other inspection equipment to verify conformance. Work closely with Engineering, Quality, Tool Room, Maintenance, and Production to resolve manufacturingproblems. Maintain accurate production, setup, tooling, and process information in HMS systems and work instructions. Support preventive maintenance and basic troubleshooting of spinning equipment and promptly communicatemachine issues. Train and mentor CNC spinning operators and apprentices in safe setup, operation, inspection, and processdiscipline. Support continuous-improvement efforts involving safety, quality, setup reduction, productivity, and tooling life.What You Bring Substantial hands-on experience in metal spinning, spin forming, shear forming, flow forming, or a closely relatedprecision metal-forming process. Demonstrated experience setting up and operating CNC/PNC forming or turning equipment; CNCprogramming/process-development experience strongly preferred. Strong understanding of tooling, workholding, machine setup, feeds/speeds/process parameters, and thebehavior of formed sheet metal. Ability to read complex mechanical drawings and apply dimensional tolerances and GD&T as required. Proficiency with precision measuring equipment and first-piece/process inspection. Strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting ability, and disciplined problem-solving skills. Ability to communicate process knowledge clearly and train less-experienced employees.Hialeah Metal Spinning, Inc. | 8155 West 20th Avenue | Hialeah, Florida 33014 Strong English reading, writing, and speaking skills for drawings, work instructions, documentation, and OEMcommunication. Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a manufacturing team.Preferred / Bonus Experience Experience with LEIFELD CNC/PNC metal-spinning equipment or comparable spinning machinery. Experience forming stainless steel, aluminum, carbon steel, nickel alloys, or other aerospace/industrial materials. Experience in AS9100, aerospace, defense, or other controlled manufacturing environments. Tool-and-die, manual machining, CNC turning, or forming-tool development experience. Spanish language skills.What HMS Offers Competitive compensation based on experience and demonstrated skill level. Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. Paid vacation and holidays. 401(k) with company match and performance-based bonus opportunities. Overtime opportunities based on production needs. A stable, family-owned manufacturing environment with opportunities to learn, grow, and advance.Work Environment & Physical Requirements Hands-on work in a manufacturing environment that is generally not air-conditioned and may include heat,humidity, noise, fumes, airborne particles, and moving machinery. Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and work safely around industrial equipment for extended periods. Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds when required, with reasonable accommodations available for qualifiedindividuals. Safety glasses and appropriate safety footwear/PPE are required.The Ideal CandidateYou are an experienced metal-forming professional who can look at a drawing, tooling concept, material, andmachine and determine how to create a stable, repeatable process. You enjoy solving difficult forming problems,improving existing jobs, and teaching others why the process works - not simply how to push the buttons.How to ApplyPlease send your resume to [e-mail]. Qualified out-of-state candidates are encouraged to apply; relocationassistance may be considered for highly experienced candidates.