Cold Forming Header and Roll Threader Operator

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate Nedschroef and Waterbury cold forming machines and associated equipment to produce high-quality fasteners for the construction industry while maintaining on-time delivery, productivity, safety, and quality standards.
• Observe machine operation to detect malfunctions or production deviations and adjust machine as required.
• Perform machine adjustments and configurations to achieve a quality product.
• Provide recommendations to change processes to improve productivity and quality.
• Read measuring equipment such as micrometers, calipers, and other relevant equipment.
• Read drawings, manuals and specifications to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished products and sequences of operations.
• Perform inspection checks to ensure parts meet quality requirements.
• Identify and replace broken or worn tools and determine defects.
• Track and enter raw material data for each production lot.
• Report raw material shortages, tool usage, and machine maintenance issues to the lead person.
• Report to the supervisor and operations management.
• Move materials, maintain and clean the work area.
• Maintain a safe work environment; wear safety glasses and steel-toed shoes.

Qualifications

• Prior experience with Nedschroef or other Cold Headers in a production environment is highly desired.
• Trade School highly desired.
• Electrical skills are a plus.
• Knowledge and skills using measuring tools, calipers, and micrometers to inspect parts according to drawings.
• Experience performing quality checks and identification of part defects according to specifications.
• Read and understand engineering drawings.
• Basic computer and math skills are required.
• Forklift license desired.
• Work well in a team environment.
• Good communication skills.
• Able to work safely in a variety of situations and follow rules and established procedures.
• Must wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as required in certain areas.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.