Experienced Springmaker/ Machine Operator

Role located in Syracuse, NY. Relocation assistance provided. Candidates from Indiana, Michigan, and surrounding states encouraged to apply. Pay scale is estimated as pay will be based on relevant experience.

MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE COILING OR FORMING SPRINGS

Are you ready to join a company that values tradition, innovation, and excellence? At Midstate Spring, we are dedicated to being the last great American Springmaker, crafting precision springs since 1939. Our fully climate-controlled facility in Syracuse offers a comfortable work environment year-round. We provide comprehensive training, abundant career growth opportunities, and a collaborative team atmosphere. If you are passionate about hands-on work, eager to learn, and looking to make a tangible impact, Midstate Spring is the perfect place for you. Join us and be a part of a proud legacy in American manufacturing.

Job Summary:

The Springmaker position involves the fabrication and assembly of various types of springs, including compression, extension, and torsion springs, utilizing state-of-the-art machinery and tools. The ideal candidate will possess a strong mechanical aptitude, a willingness to learn, and the ability to follow detailed instructions to ensure the production of high-quality products. Reports To: Production Team Leader.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Create springs that are used in power tools, firearms, and medical devices that you will see both in your daily life and around the world!
• Program specialty machines that combine computer numerical control (CNC) software with specially designed tooling, crafted by your own hands, to produce springs from round wire (similar to those found in retractable pens).
• Learn to read customer specifications and use manufacturing measuring tools.
• Experience various elements of steel fabrication, including hydraulics, pneumatics, machining, dye and painting systems, and steel grinding.
• Conduct quality inspections to ensure springs meet the required specifications.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Required Skills/Abilities: 

• Basic computer skills required, including Microsoft Office, email composition, and other communication/collaborative tools.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and work independently or as part of a team.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED with additional training in mathematics and gauging.
• 2 years of Spring Making (coiling/ forming springs) experience required.
• Over 2 years in a manufacturing environment is preferred.

Physical Requirements: 

Lifting: 50 lbs.

Carrying: 50 lbs.

Pushing: 50 lbs.

Pulling: 50 lbs.

Standing: 60%

Walking: 10%

Sitting: 30%

If you enjoy hands-on work, possess a keen eye for detail, and are eager to learn, Midstate Spring could be the perfect place for you. Apply today to join our dedicated team and contribute to our mission of excellence in spring manufacturing.

Job Type: 

Full-time

Shift availability:

First Shift or Second Shift

Work Location: 

In person in Syracuse, NY

Benefits:

Benefits include health, dental & life insurance, available the first of the month following date of hire. 401K (with match) is available January 1st or July 1st after 6 months of service. Paid Time Off (PTO) is awarded upon hire and on a quarterly basis. We offer opportunities for professional development and advancement, a dynamic and supportive work environment with the chance to be part of a growing company committed to quality and sustainability.

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

EOE Statement: 

Midstate Spring, Inc. is dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote employees without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

At Midstate Spring, we believe in equal opportunity for all. We are committed to ensuring that every individual, including those with disabilities, has the opportunity to apply for positions they are interested in and qualify for, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals so they can perform their job-related duties.