About this role
Senior Spring Coiling Technician
Houston, TX | Full-Time | Direct Hire | 100% Onsite
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Spring Coiler / Senior Spring Coiling Technician / Lead Coiler to join a precision manufacturing operation producing high-volume coil springs for aerospace, automotive, and industrial applications.
This is a specialized spring-coiling position—not a CNC machining role. The ideal candidate will have strong setup experience and be capable of independently setting up, adjusting, troubleshooting, and operating spring-coiling equipment.
Key Responsibilities
• Set up, adjust, and operate Simco, Torin, Wafios, or comparable spring-coiling equipment
• Convert straight metal wire into precision coil springs
• Perform complete machine setups, adjustments, changeovers, and troubleshooting
• Program and adjust PLC-based systems
• Troubleshoot mechanical and production issues
• Work in a high-volume production environment
• Train and support less-experienced operators as needed
Must-Have Qualifications
• 3+ years of direct spring-coiling setup experience
• Hands-on experience setting up spring-coiling machines
• Ability to independently set up and run a coiling machine
• Strong understanding of the spring-coiling process
• Experience converting straight wire into precision coil springs
• Experience with Simco, Torin, Wafios, or comparable coiling equipment
• PLC programming/machine-control experience
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills
• High-volume manufacturing experience
Compensation & Benefits
• $28–$35/hour for experienced/journeyman-level candidates
• Up to approximately $40/hour for top-tier, setup-level coilers
• Performance-based bonus tied to company profitability
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Retirement benefits
• Paid time off
• Additional company benefits
Schedule & Work Environment
• 5:00 AM–2:30 PM or 6:00 AM–2:00 PM
• Schedule flexibility available
• Approximately 5–8 hours of overtime per week when available; not guaranteed
• 100% onsite
• Manufacturing/shop environment
• Physically demanding environment, including exposure to heat
We are looking for someone who wants to build a long-term career, take ownership of their work, and grow with the organization.
We look forward to your application! $28-$40