Hot Wound Coiling Operator

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review and interpret shop orders setup cards and routing instructions prior to production.

  Perform pre-setup tasks while equipment is running including staging materials tooling and mandrels.

  Verify raw material specifications such as bar diameter length grade and quantity to ensure compliance with order requirements.

  Load and manage materials using the bar handling system according to established procedures.

  Select inspect and prepare tooling components including mandrels rollers plates and racks.

  Set up and adjust the coiling equipment to achieve required spring dimensions and tolerances.

  Monitor furnace temperatures quench systems and machine performance to maintain proper operating conditions.

  Apply graphite and other treatments to tooling as required to ensure smooth operation and prevent material sticking.

  Conduct in-process inspections and record measurements on required documentation (e.g. Spring Routing Sheets).

  Troubleshoot setup or production issues and communicate concerns to the Production Supervisor.

  Maintain a clean organized and safe work environment ensuring all tools and equipment are properly stored and functional.

Qualifications:

Ability to read and interpret technical instructions blueprints and shop orders.

Experience with CNC machinery or industrial production equipment preferred.

Strong attention to detail and measurement accuracy.

Mechanical aptitude and familiarity with tooling setup.

Ability to follow safety procedures and handle high-temperature materials.

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Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift and handle heavy materials and tooling.

Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment with heat and moving machinery.

Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks.

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