Setup & Process Technician

Novo-Precision; Bristol (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Short-Term Disability (STD)

Long-Term Disability (LTD) – Employer

Life Insurance – Employer Paid

8 Paid Holidays

401(k) with 4% company match

Job summary

Novo Precision in Bristol, CT is seeking an experienced Setup & Process Technician to support our wire processing operations. This hands-on role requires strong experience in machine setup, wire processing, quality control, and mechanical troubleshooting.

You will read blueprints, perform setups and changeovers, inspect first pieces and in-process parts, and train operators while contributing to continuous improvement and safe, efficient production.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of machine setup, wire processing, or related manufacturing experience.
• Experience with wire straightening/cutting and tooling, coil-fed or similar equipment.
• Strong knowledge of wire materials, gauges, diameters, and processing characteristics.
• Proficient with calipers, micrometers, gauges, and precision measuring equipment.
• Ability to read blueprints and manufacturing specifications.
• Ability to independently perform machine setups, diagnose problems, and make adjustments.
• Previous Team Lead, Trainer, Quality, or Supervisory experience is a plus.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to train and support less-experienced operators.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Perform complete setups and changeovers on cut-to-length and wire-processing equipment.
• Set and adjust straighteners, guides, tooling, feed systems, cut lengths, speeds, and other machine parameters.
• Understand and work with different wire types, materials, gauges, diameters, and tolerances.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, tooling, feeding, straightness, cutting, and equipment issues.
• Make machine adjustments and minor mechanical repairs to minimize downtime.
• Read and interpret blueprints, work orders, job travelers, and manufacturing specifications.
• Perform first-piece and in-process inspections using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other measuring equipment.
• Identify quality issues and make appropriate machine or process adjustments.
• Ensure finished products meet dimensional, straightness, appearance, and customer requirements.

Skills

Machine setup

Wire processing

Quality inspection

Troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

Independent setup

Team trainer/lead (preferred)

Communication & problem-solving

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Job description

Job Details Job Location: 150 Bristol, CT - BRISTOL, CT 06010 COME JOIN OUR GROWING TEAM!

Job Title: Setup & Process Technician

Location: Novo Precision Bristol, CT

Employment Type: Full-Time

About us

Novo Precision is committed to being a true partner, working closely with our customers to provide superior solutions, develop improvements strategies, and deliver industry-leading results backed by operational excellence.

Our work environment includes:

• Flexible working hours
• On-the-job training
• Safe work environment
• Casual work attire
• Growth opportunities

Position Summary:

Novo Precision is seeking an experienced Cut-to-Length Setup & Process Technician to support our wire processing operations. This is a hands‑on technical position requiring strong experience in machine setup, wire processing, quality, and mechanical troubleshooting.

The ideal candidate understands different wire materials, diameters, gauges, and characteristics and how they affect straightening, feeding, cutting, tooling, and finished‑part quality. This individual will also serve as a technical resource within the department, helping troubleshoot issues, improve processes, and train operators.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform complete setups and changeovers on cut-to-length and wire-processing equipment.
• Set and adjust straighteners, guides, tooling, feed systems, cut lengths, speeds, and other machine parameters.
• Understand and work with different wire types, materials, gauges, diameters, and tolerances.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, tooling, feeding, straightness, cutting, and equipment issues.
• Make machine adjustments and minor mechanical repairs to minimize downtime.
• Read and interpret blueprints, work orders, job travelers, and manufacturing specifications.
• Perform first‑piece and in‑process inspections using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other measuring equipment.
• Identify quality issues and make appropriate machine or process adjustments.
• Ensure finished products meet dimensional, straightness, appearance, and customer requirements.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of machine setup, wire processing, or related manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience with wire straightening/cutting, wire forming, coil‑fed, or similar equipment strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of different wire materials, gauges, diameters, and processing characteristics.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands‑on troubleshooting ability.
• Experience with manufacturing quality and inspection processes.
• Proficient with calipers, micrometers, gauges, and precision measuring equipment.
• Ability to read blueprints and manufacturing specifications.
• Ability to independently perform machine setups, diagnose problems, and make adjustments.
• Previous Team Lead, Trainer, Quality, or Supervisory experience is a plus.
• Strong communication, problem‑solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to train and support less‑experienced operators.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Capable of standing and performing repetitive tasks for extended periods

Benefits: after 60 days of employment

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Short-Term Disability (STD)
• Long-Term Disability (LTD) – Employer Paid
• Life Insurance – Employer Paid

Benefits (eligible after 90 days)

• 8 Paid Holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.
• 401(k) with 4% company match

Schedule

• 8-hour shifts
• Monday to Friday

Novo Precision is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.