Posted July 27, 2026
Set-up Operator - 2 / Metal Form - 2nd Shift
Connecticut Spring & Stamping
Farmington, CT, US
Full Time
Job Description
Job Description
*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.
