What are the responsibilities and job description for the 4- SLIDE SET UP / OPERATOR position at Colonial Spring Company?
4-SLIDE SET UP / OPERATOR
Department: Fourslide Production
Reports To: Manager
Supervises: Fourslide operator
Job description:
New England Spring is a growing business in Bristol, CT. We are fast-paced and customer-centric. We have been supplying fourslide, coiling, secondary, and stamping parts to the aerospace, medical, automotive, HVAC, lighting, mining, and industrial industries since 1946. Our facility is registered to ISO 9001-2015 and AS9100 D. These standards, for general manufacturing and aerospace, respectively, demonstrate our commitment to quality and improvement over time.
We are in the midst of expanding and are looking for an excited individual to join our growing team. Looking for a positive attitude, self-motivated team player to join our family-like team.
Position Summary
The Fourslide Set Up / Operator is responsible for setting up, adjusting, operating, and troubleshooting fourslide machines to produce precision metal components according to blueprints. This position ensures production efficiency, quality standards, and safe machine operation.
Key Responsibilities
- Set up fourslides to run production in a timely manner according to set up sheets and blueprints
- Install, time and set depth and location of tools and die sets
- Load raw materials (wire or strip stock) into machine
- Monitor machine performance and make necessary corrections.
- Complete first piece and in-process sheets by inspecting parts using measurement equipment.
- Operate machines during production run
- Troubleshoot mechanical and tooling issues
- Complete machine maintenance, and fill out log (oil, grease)
- Work with toolmakers to improve/fix jobs.
- Work with operators to ensure efficiency.
- Keep work area clean and organized
Required Skills & Qualifications
· Understanding of power press setup and operation
· Ability to read and interpret blueprints
· Knowledge of die setting and alignment procedures
· Familiarity with precision measuring equipment (calipers, micrometers, comparator)
· Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability
· Strong attention to detail and quality control standards
· Knowledge of press safety requirements
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25 - $35