Multi-Slide Setup Operator
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Four-Slide Setup / Operator Bristol, CT
Industry: Industrial Spring & Metal Stamping Manufacturing
Job Type: Full-Time | On-site
Pay Range: $28–$37/hour ($58,240–$76,960 annually)
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Four-Slide Setup / Operator to join a high-volume precision metal stamping and spring manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for full machine setup, tooling adjustments, troubleshooting, and production support on four-slide/multi-slide forming equipment producing wire forms, flat springs, clips, contacts, and precision stampings.
Key Responsibilities:
- Complete setup and operation of four-slide / multi-slide forming machines
- Tooling installation, alignment, cam timing, feed setup, cutoff and forming adjustments
- Read and interpret blueprints, tooling layouts, and quality specs
- Perform first-piece and in-process inspections using precision gauges
- Troubleshoot tooling, setup, material feed, and dimensional issues
- Perform minor tooling repairs and preventive maintenance
- Support quick changeovers and setup reduction initiatives
- Maintain production, inspection, scrap, and downtime records
- Work closely with Toolroom, Engineering, Quality, and Production teams
- Follow ISO / AS9100 / customer quality standards and safety procedures
Required Qualifications:
- 4+ years of hands-on four-slide / multi-slide setup experience
- Strong knowledge of metal forming, tooling function, and forming stations
- Experience with cam timing and feed timing adjustments
- Ability to read complex blueprints and tooling drawings
- Experience working with stainless steel, brass, copper, carbon steel, and specialty alloys
- Proficient with calipers, micrometers, height gauges, pin gauges, optical comparator
- Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills and ability to work independently
- PreferredExperience with Nilson, Bihler, Torrington, or similar equipment
- Toolroom or light tooling repair experience
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, SPC, and 5SBackground in spring manufacturing, wire forms, or precision stamping
- Physical & Work Environment
- Industrial manufacturing environment with moving machinery
- Standing for extended periods; lifting up to 50 lbs
- Overtime as needed to meet production schedules
Apply if you have true four-slide setup experience and enjoy working in a precision, fast-paced manufacturing environment.