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Manufacturing Technician - Wire Coil Forming
at Argus Technical Services
Port Washington, WI
Posted: 4-29-2025
Engineering
$52,000/year
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About this Career
Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians
Skills
Hand Tools, Speeds And Feeds, Good Manufacturing Practices, Spring Framework, Process Improvement, Tooling, Technical Services, Standard Operating Procedure, General Mathematics, Time Management, ASTM International Standards, Fabrication, Metal Forming, Calipers, Detail Oriented, Micrometer, Production Equipment, Problem Solving, Industry Standards
Job Description
Manufacturing Technician - Wire Coil Forming Argus Technical Services Port Washington, WI 53074 As a Manufacturing Technicican, you will program, set up, and operate CNC machines in accordance with good manufacturing practices (GMP) to support the fabrication of medical components throughout the company. This is a unique opportunity to work in a job shop manufacturing facility where each day and project differs. What can you expect to do on a typical day? Operate and set up CNC and manual spring coiling machines to produce compression, extension, and torsion springs and formed wires Adjust machine settings such as tension, pitch, and feed rate to achieve desired dimensions and tolerances Conduct changeovers efficiently for different spring designs or material specifications Inspect springs for dimensional accuracy, surface quality using tools such as calipers, micrometers, and vision inspection systems. Identify and make machine adjustments as necessary Set up and operate production equipment in accordance with good manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures Ensure compliance with industry standards (E.G., ASTM, ISO) and customer specifications Diagnose and resolve machine issues, including wire feeding problems, tooling wear, or calibration errors Replace worn or damaged components such as mandrels, rollers, and guides Work with various materials, including stainless steel and specialty alloys Monitor material usage to minimize waste and ensure consistent quality Suggest and implement process improvements to increase production efficiency and reduce scrap rates Maintain a clean and organized work area Keep equipment in good working order by performing regular inspections, cleaning, and servicing along with routine and preventative Maintenace to avoid machine down time Maintain maintenance logs of equipment services Communicates and works with internal teams as needed Follows all company procedures and protocols What are the qualifications for this position? High school diploma or equivalent. Technical or vocational training in related field would be a plus Experience in spring coiling, forming, or related metal forming processes Hands-on experience with CNC coiling machines, set-up, tooling and maintenance Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints and drawings knowledge of material properties Experience with quality inspection tools and techniques Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities Experience with basic hand tools Capable of performing basic mathematical functions Effective time management to meet production deadlines What are the "extra" skills we hope to find in the right candidate but are not required? Experience with CNC programs and programming Prior experience working with medical industry Experience working in a job shop manufacturing environment
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$22.00 - $28.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per weekSchedule:
8 hour shift Monday to Friday Morning shift Overtime Ability toCommute:
Port Washington, WI 53074 (Required)Work Location:
In personOther Job Posting Details
Salary
Minimum
Maximum
$45,760/yr
$58,240/yr