Coil Operator/Machinist

John Crane, a business of Smiths Group, is a global leader in mission-critical flow control solutions for energy and process industries that enable efficient and sustainable operations. Our products include mechanical seals and systems, couplings, bearings, filtration systems, and predictive digital monitoring technologies. 

We have a global network of more than 200 sites in over 50 countries and employ more than 6,000 people worldwide. We partner with our customers to help them keep their operations safe, reduce downtime, improve efficiency, and meet the latest environmental standards. 

John Crane is part of Smiths Group. For over 170 years, Smiths has been pioneering progress by engineering for a better future. We serve millions of people every year, helping to create a safer, more efficient, productive, and better-connected world across four global markets: energy, security & defence, space & aerospace, and general industrial. Listed on the London Stock Exchange, Smiths employs approximately 16,000 colleagues in over 50 countries. 

The Coil Machine Operator runs a programmable coil-forming machine that converts stainless steel tubing into precision coils. This is a hands-on, physically active role focused primarily on coil operations, with some basic saw and machining work. The operator loads material, makes manual adjustments during the process, and verifies work using drawings and basic measuring tools.

The role requires the ability to work independently after daily scheduling discussions. Programming is minimal and training is provided. Lifting up to 35 lbs may be required. This is a first-shift position (6:00 AM – 2:30 PM) with no overtime.

COIL OPERATOR:

• Interpret drawings and material selections
• Setup the coil machine per the drawing
• Pull material and issue to work order in the ERP System
• Measure, mark, scribe dimensions and reference points on material or work piece as guide for subsequent machining.  Understand the use of calipers, micrometers and dimension on a tape measure.
• Roll coil per print and determine if adjustment needs to be made in order to meet inspection criteria.
• Verify conformance of finished work piece to drawing and all specifications.  Transfer heat number to machined part.
• Print labels that include part number, job number and heat number of material and affix to parts.
• Sign work order and move LeanKit card to inspection.
• Make proper labor and time reports.
• Work in a clean and orderly fashion to maintain area standards of 5S.
• Participate in Lean/Continuous Improvement initiatives.

MACHINIST:

• Interpret sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work piece, sequence of operations and setup requirements.
• Select and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, and materials on machines such as mills, lathes, jig borers, grinders and shapers.
• Calculate and set controls to regulate machining factors such as speed, feed, coolant flow, and depth and angle of cut, or enters commands to retrieve, input or edit computerized machine control media.
• Check and observe machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjust machine controls or control media as required.
• Verify conformance of finished work piece to specifications.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Work in a manufacturing environment for 2 years.
• Be able to perform basic mechanical functions and understanding of how equipment operates.
• Basic math skills including ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
• Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

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