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Set-up Operator - 2 / Metal Form - 2nd Shift

Connecticut Spring & Stamping
Farmington, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 9/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/8/2026

*2nd Shift Position*

**$10,000 Sign-On Bonus**

Job Title

Set up Operator – 2 / Metal Form

Job Number

  51-4081.00

Department

Production Departments

Reports to

Supervisor/ Leader

 

Primary Position Objectives

Works independently setting up, adjusting and operating relatively complex machinery in the manufacture of a wide variety of parts conforming to accurate quality standards. 


 

Position Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Description of Duties

Set-up


  • Setting up primarily Automatic Minster Presses with smart packs ranging from 60 Tons to 330 Tons. 
  • Ensure operation of departmental machinery.
  • Makes minor repairs and adjustments to machine tools & equipment as required
  • Removes old tool from machinery and replaces with new tool.
  • In process QIP (QC) specification inspections specific to the area operation and quality requirements
  • May be responsible for instructing personnel in the operation of machinery.
  • Observes company processes and makes recommendations for improvement.
  • May operate as needed
  • May assist with the responsibilities of Supervisor or group leader.
  • Assist department tool & diemakers with trouble shooting and analysis


Department Goals

 

  • 100% on-time delivery
  • 100% production rate
  • 100% attendance
  • Zero past due       
  • Zero customer returns


Other

  • Maintains adherence to company policies, environmental and safety standards, and good housekeeping standards.
  • May be required to assist or otherwise instruct other personnel.
  • Performs other duties as may be required.
  • Attendance is an essential function of the job. 

 

 

Qualifications

 

Education/Experience

  • High School, Trade School graduate or demonstrated equivalent skills.
  • 3-5 years experience in set up and operation of department equipment
  • Good math skills
  • Ability to read blue prints
  • Good mechanical skills
  • Good communication skills
  • Strong solid understanding of  basic measuring tools (i.e. micrometers, digital calipers, height gauges, optical comparators)
  • Ability to perform in process and first piece inspection

Physical

  • Visual ability (corrected) to read directions and prints and to inspect parts closely to ensure that they meet specifications.
  • Manual dexterity sufficient to operate machinery for precision work.
  • Physical ability to do work requiring frequent stooping and bending.
  • Ability to lift objects from lower to a higher position or moving horizontally from position-to-position.
  • Ability to lift up to 35 lbs unassisted

 

The above description reflects a general outline considered necessary to describe the principle function of the job identified.  It shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.

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