Spring Coiling Technician

Talent Edge Recruiting; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

Bonus potential

Ongoing training

Job summary

Talent Edge Recruiting is seeking an experienced Spring Coiler / Senior Spring Coiling Technician / Lead Coiler in Houston, TX to join a precision manufacturing operation producing high-volume coil springs for aerospace, automotive, and industrial applications. This is a specialized role focused on setup, troubleshooting, and operation of spring-coiling equipment such as Simco, Torin, and Wafios.

The position emphasizes hands-on setup and the ability to independently manage coiling operations in

Qualifications

• 3+ years of direct spring-coiling setup experience.
• Hands-on experience setting up spring-coiling machines.
• Ability to independently set up and run a coiling machine.
• Strong understanding of the spring-coiling process.
• Experience converting straight wire into precision coil springs.
• Experience with Simco, Torin, Wafios, or comparable coiling equipment.
• PLC programming/machine-control experience.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• High-volume manufacturing experience.
• Bonus tied to company profitability.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, and operate spring-coiling equipment.
• Convert straight metal wire into precision coil springs.
• Perform complete machine setups, adjustments, changeovers, and troubleshooting.
• Program and adjust PLC-based systems.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and production issues.
• Train and support less-experienced operators.
• Work in a high-volume production environment.

Skills

Spring-coiling setup

PLC programming

Mechanical troubleshooting

High-volume manufacturing

Tools

Simco

Torin

Wafios

Job description

Houston, TX | Full-Time | Direct Hire | 100% Onsite

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Spring Coiler / Senior Spring Coiling Technician / Lead Coiler to join a precision manufacturing operation producing high-volume coil springs for aerospace, automotive, and industrial applications.

This is a specialized spring-coiling position—not a CNC machining role. The ideal candidate will have strong setup experience and be capable of independently setting up, adjusting, troubleshooting, and operating spring-coiling equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, and operate Simco, Torin, Wafios, or comparable spring-coiling equipment
• Convert straight metal wire into precision coil springs
• Perform complete machine setups, adjustments, changeovers, and troubleshooting
• Program and adjust PLC-based systems
• Troubleshoot mechanical and production issues
• Work in a high-volume production environment
• Train and support less-experienced operators as needed

Must-Have Qualifications

• 3+ years of direct spring-coiling setup experience
• Hands-on experience setting up spring-coiling machines
• Ability to independently set up and run a coiling machine
• Strong understanding of the spring-coiling process
• Experience converting straight wire into precision coil springs
• Experience with Simco, Torin, Wafios, or comparable coiling equipment
• PLC programming/machine-control experience
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills
• High-volume manufacturing experience
• $28-$35/hour for experienced/journeyman-level candidates
• Up to approximately $40/hour for top-tier, setup-level coilers
• Performance-based bonus tied to company profitability
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid time off
• Additional company benefits
• 5:00 AM-2:30 PM or 6:00 AM-2:00 PM
• Schedule flexibility available
• Approximately 5-8 hours of overtime per week when available; not guaranteed
• 100% onsite
• Manufacturing/shop environment
• Physically demanding environment, including exposure to heat

We are looking for someone who wants to build a long-term career, take ownership of their work, and grow with the organization.