Careers

General Summary of Position

The Coiler Technician I role performs basic machine set up and operation of automatic spring coiling machines to fabricate a variety of steel springs according to specifications. It also requires a base understanding of machining mathematics and base knowledge and use of various measurement tools to make necessary adjustments as needed.

Essential Duties

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Interprets production traveler to determine appropriate tools, dies, and equipment needed to produce parts.
• Installs and aligns required tools, dies, and equipment on machine.
• Threads raw material through tools, dies and equipment on machine.
• Operate machines as programmed or perform basic level manual operations with close supervision from lead or supervisor.
• Has the ability to use, read, and interpret micrometers, calipers, and precision instruments to ensure parts conform to all stated requirements from the process or operation just completed.
• Makes basic mechanical or software adjustment required to produce first piece approval sample within specifications.
• Submits first piece approval sample with accurate and complete documentation to Quality Control
• Upon QC approval, performs and documents in-process inspection per Vulcan production control plans.
• Monitors and readjusts machine as required to achieve and maintain specified product dimension.
• Organizes and identifies container of finished parts for downstream operations.
• Identifies and segregates all non-confirming parts per Vulcan quality procedures.
• Identifies and reports tool, dies, and equipment problems to coiling supervisor.
• Additional tasks as assigned by leadership.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Detail oriented with high level of accuracy
• Effective organizational and time management skills, ability to multi-task
• Ability to read and understand technical manuals and blueprints
• Must be able to use various measurement tools
• Mechanical aptitude and knowledge of mechanical devices
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team

General Summary of Position

Works independently to support coiling and assembly departments by coordinating flow of work-in-process and finished goods within the factory. Manages flow of parts through stress relief ovens and coating of parts post stress relief.

Essential Duties

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

•  Reads Production floor travelers and movement tags to determine what further processing is required and where items are to be moved.
•  Loads parts requiring stress-relief in ovens according to traveler or movement tag information.
• Applies oil or silicone coating to parts as required.
• Boxes and palletizes work-in-process and finished goods as required.
•  Update’s traveler or movement tags to indicate completion of stress-relief and/or coating operations.
• Reports any product quality issues or concerns to the quality control department.
• Always ensures product traceability by marking materials with identifying information.
• Uses computer as required to enter records.
• Drives forklift to transport materials within factory.
• Other projects and duties as required/assigned.
•  Follows Company policies and procedures.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• One to three months experience in a manufacturing environment
• Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds.
• Must have excellent verbal communication skills
• Must have excellent listening skills
• Must be able to work in a team environment and have strong people skills
• Must be able to drive a fork truck

Interested candidates please submit your resume to hr@vulcanspring.com.

General Summary of Position

QC Inspectors are vital to Vulcan Spring to ensure the verification of manufactured production parts. The QC Inspector role consists of spring inspection, both mechanical and physical property requirements.

Essential Duties

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Performs inspections as assigned on spring dimensions and force specifications. Accepting or rejecting first-piece, in-process and/or finished parts from inspection.
2. Operating spring force test stands for testing spring force and torque.
3. Reports suspected nonconforming results to QC team or Quality Manger (or designee) directly as appropriate.
4. Acquires knowledge through the reading and understanding of work instructions, procedures, and through in-process training by team members.
5. Additional tasks as assigned by leadership.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED is required.
  • At minimum 2 years of inspection experience in manufacturing field. Additional education may reduce required working experience.
• Knowledge of and competence with basic quality terms, definitions, and concepts.
• Applies knowledge of math, basic statistics, data collection and the interpretation of graphed data. Familiarity of Good Documentation Practices (GDP) preferred.
• Understanding of calibration, calibrated instruments, and their traceability.
• Basic knowledge of GD&T (as needed), blueprint/drawing reading.
• Strong understanding of and competence with standard inspection hand tools.
  • Calipers, micrometers, comparators, vision systems, force gages* (*preferred).
• Familiarity with control plans and the ability to conduct inspections based on the frequencies contained within.
• Good computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Possess an eye for detail and thoroughness with their work.

General Summary of Position

The Strategic Account Manager (SAM) will be responsible for working with senior management and sales to assist in the planning and implementation of marketing and business development strategies to reach into new markets and expand within existing markets through researching, prospecting, qualifying leads, quoting, and closing deals. The SAM will identify and strategically assess opportunities to create long term growth and then execute a plan to achieve those goals.

Essential Duties

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Grow revenue in line with overall company strategy and goals by developing tactical plans and building relationships with existing, former, and potential new customers.
• Engage in market research and cold calling activities to identify and contact decision makers in existing and new business opportunities.
• Clearly communicate product features and detailed product options to customers while developing quotes and solutions for their production and business needs.
• Collaborate internally with Sales, Marketing, Engineering, Production, and Finance to support achievement of sales goals.
• Effectively utilize CRM to document activities, market intelligence, competitive intelligence, as well as coordination of the Team efforts.
• Collaborate with internal partners to help resolve customer complaints and quality issued by following CCSI protocols.
• Participate in weekly sales meetings and coordinate sales effort with marketing programs to grow the business.
• Track weekly, monthly, and quarterly performance and sales metrics, as appropriate, in order to understand and gauge company progress.
• Work with the Team and other internal resources to pursue innovation and ensure best practices and continuous improvement in our product and processes.
• Other projects and duties as required/assigned.
• Follows Company policies and procedures.

 Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing or Business
• 5 – 7 years’ experience performing inside Sales
• Highly motivated to connect with new customers using creative tactics via phone, social media, and email channels as well as face to face site visits.
• Self-motivated, results driven and able to work independently, ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments and projects
• Extensive knowledge of MS Office application, particularly Power Point and presentations
• Must be able to work in a team environment and have strong people skills
• Knowledge of social media and digital media strategies and platforms
• Proactive, opportunist and are unafraid of trying new things and ideas
• Must have excellent verbal and communication skills
• Must have excellent relationship building skills
• Proven written communications skills
• Must have excellent listening skills