Cold Heading/ Thread Rolling Operator - 1st Shift

ITW•Machesney Park, IL

8d•Onsite

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. The shift time is 5:00 am to 3:30 pm Monday thru Friday, with 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 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