Boltmaker Operator

Fontana • Lafayette, IN

3d • $19 - $34 • Onsite

About The Position

A Boltmaker Operator sets up and operates different types and sizes of boltmaker machines to manufacture fasteners. The operator is accountable for safely meeting daily production and quality goals and performing preventative maintenance. The role includes a six-month training process on first shift, followed by a transition to second shift, scheduled from 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., with overtime as needed. The work takes place in a non-climate-controlled environment and involves lifting or maneuvering 50+ pounds, standing for 8+ hours, and frequent climbing, twisting, and turning. The listed pay rate is $19.32–$34.30 per hour.

Requirements

• Strong mechanical ability.
• Strong attention to detail and troubleshooting ability.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints.
• Good math skills and ability to interpret metric and standard dimensions.
• Ability to retain and apply technical information from machine manuals.
• Ability to multitask.
• Ability to identify and use several different hand tools.
• Successfully complete a six-month training process, training on first shift for up to six months before switching to second shift.
• Ability to lift and/or maneuver 50+ pounds.
• Ability to stand for 8+ hours and endure frequent climbing, twisting, and turning.
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience operating progressive presses.
• Prior work experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Meet daily production and quality goals.
• Use micrometers, calipers, optical comparators, and attribute gauges to verify parts meet quality specifications.
• Use a Bill of Material (BOM) to identify the proper tooling sequence.
• Set up each aspect of the machine, including wire draw, header, pointer, roll section, tracks, and conveyors.
• Troubleshoot machines and perform preventative maintenance.
• Secure raw material when required.
• Operate and develop proficiency on different types of boltmaking machinery, including Sacma, National, Formax, and Nedschroef machines.
• Record production activities and machine performance.
• Meet safety standards and maintain a clean, safe work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive wages.
• Pay increases every 6 months.
• Benefits available from the first day.
• Sign-on and referral bonuses.
• 2 weeks of paid vacation.
• 13 paid holidays.
• Employee-focused events.
• Other perks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed