Cold Heading/ Thread Rolling Operator - 1st Shift

ITWMachesney Park, IL
$22 - $28Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a cold-heading/thread rolling operator to join our team! This individual would be responsible for setting up and operating single and multi-die double stroke cold headers and thread rollers to produce quality automotive fasteners from cold metal rod or wire. Shift time is 5:00 am to 3:30 pm Monday thru Friday. Overtime as needed.

Requirements

  • High School diploma or the equivalent required
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating, and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
  • Ability to complete routine production and quality reports
  • Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
  • Understanding and compliance with safety rules and regulations
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to use mic and caliper
  • Solid mechanical aptitude
  • Flexible attitude to learning and machine operation

Nice To Haves

  • Associates degree preferred
  • Prior experience operating single and multi-die header machines a plus
  • Continuous Improvement Mindset

Responsibilities

  • Assist and observe designated Setup Operators in operation and setup up of machinery
  • Selects, installs, and aligns dies, cutting tools, guides, and stops to setup machine.
  • Sets controls to synchronize machine actions for various operations on work piece in specified sequence
  • Positions coil of metal wire or rod on feed spindle and threads it through straightening rolls into feed mechanism
  • Adjusts settings of dies on controls, as required, to produce product within specified tolerances and meeting quality standards
  • Starts machine to begin production and observes machine operations for evidence of malfunction and products for defects
  • Maintains, oils, and cleans machines on a regular basis
  • Change perishable tooling
  • Conduct product quality checks.
  • Drains and cleans oil trays; dumps scrap, and sweeps floor to maintain housekeeping standards
  • Ensures all quality and safety documentation is completed with oversight

Benefits

  • ITW is an equal opportunity employer.
  • We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.
  • As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.
  • All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
  • At ITW, we think and act like entrepreneurs.
  • We embrace autonomy, make decisions and take ownership to create innovative solutions for our customers all over the world.
  • ITW is a Fortune 200 global multi-industrial manufacturing leader.
  • Our seven industry-leading business segments offer career development and learning opportunities in more than 50 countries across the globe.
  • We’re committed to investing in our people and supporting their growth through unique and relevant development opportunities at each stage throughout the employee life cycle.
  • Our decentralized, entrepreneurial culture empowers you to think and act like a business owner.
  • We aspire for everyone to perform to their full potential and value the unique and diverse perspectives, experiences and ideas that make us better together.
  • The ITW Business Model gives us the tools to focus on what’s most important, and we’re grounded in our values of Integrity, Simplicity, Trust, Respect and Shared Risk.
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