Machine Setter

Job specification

• Spring Production
• Machine operating
• To set up, adjust, calibrate, and operate machines producing springs and spring assemblies for mattress cores, ensuring optimal machine performance, quality output, minimal downtime, and compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Perform trial runs and make fine adjustments to ensure dimensions, wire tension, pitch, height, spring force, coil alignment meet specifications
• Monitor machine parameters, detect deviations or malfunctions, and intervene or stop machine when necessary
• Perform routine preventive maintenance and minor repairs (lubrication, cleaning, replacing worn parts)
• Collaborate with maintenance or engineering staff for major adjustments or troubleshooting
• Document machine settings, adjustments, maintenance records, and production data in logs or digital systems
• Assist in optimizing machine setup times, reducing waste and downtime

Candidates requirements

• Proven experience (e.g. 13 years or more) as machine setter, adjuster, operator, or technician in a manufacturing environment, ideally with coiling, spring making or wire forming machinery
• Responsibility, punctuality, and strong work ethic. Strong mechanical aptitude, ability to read technical drawings, and machine documentation
• Skills in measurement instruments (micrometres, callipers, gauges) and quality control tools
• Problem-solving attitude, attention to detail, reliability, and teamwork skills
• Ability to work shifts, flexibility in working hours
• Computer literacy (data entry, basic production systems) an advantage
• Familiarity with preventive maintenance and basic repair tasks