Cold Heading Machine Operator

California Screw Products•Paramount, CA

About The Position

Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, the Cold Heading Machine Operator sets up and operates various sizes and types of cold forming machines to shape parts automatically to blueprint specifications and setup charts. The operator works across multiple product lines and may operate hot or cold headers and trimmers to produce metal parts within specified tolerances. The position also involves installing tooling and support equipment, setting processing parameters, inspecting product quality, performing routine equipment maintenance, and handling stock and finished parts. The role requires lifting up to 35 pounds. The operator uses mechanical drawings, blueprints, job orders, and measuring instruments to meet product specifications. Applicants must have at least five years of experience as a header man. This position requires use of information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), and applicants must be U.S. persons as defined by 22 C.F.R. The company states that it is an equal-opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce and a safe and healthy work environment.

Requirements

At least five years of experience as a header man.
Ability to apply principles of rational systems to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form.
Ability to read, comprehend, and execute directions from mechanical drawings.
Ability to measure product dimensions and verify conformance to specifications using instruments such as rulers, calipers, gauges, or micrometers.
Ability to read blueprints or job orders for product specifications, including dimensions, tolerances, and quantities or parts to be checked.
Must be a U.S. person as defined by 22 C.F.R. because the position involves information subject to ITAR.
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.

Responsibilities

Tear down, set up, and operate multiple product lines using hot or cold headers or trimmers to produce metal parts within specified tolerances.
Conduct first-run inspections and periodic quality checks.
Perform routine equipment maintenance, including cleaning, lubricating, adding fluids, and checking air pressure and oil levels.
Install cold-heading tooling in machines.
Set up and install support equipment.
Compute feed length and progression to produce quality parts.
Establish processing parameters and set monitoring equipment to help maintain those parameters and produce quality parts.
Read measuring equipment such as shadowgraphs, micrometers, and calipers.
Perform minor die repairs and modifications, including sharpening and adjustments, to maintain part integrity.
Run wire through the machine.
Move stock to and from the machine and move containers of finished parts.