Hardware Operator I

Vantedge Medical - VDB • Stockton, CA

2d • $20 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for the less complex set-up and installation of most types of hardware. The Hardware Operator I can set up and operate machines and HW jobs without the close supervision needed by the Hardware operator Trainee.

Requirements

• Requires the ability to read and understand written documents.
• 1 year of experience in precision sheet metal of which 6 months must be installing Hardware.
• Read and correctly interpret blueprints.
• Ability to visually differentiate between metal types both plated and non-plated.
• Knowledge of hardware types including thread pitches both standard and metric, most PEM hardware types.
• Use of dial calipers to measure material thickness, hardware types, and hardware installation heights.
• Basic arithmetic such as addition and subtraction.

Responsibilities

• Installs Press-fit and other types of hardware into parts using hardware presses and other purpose-built tools and machinery.
• Accepts and follows priorities assigned by the Hardware Lead and Hardware Operator 2.
• Selects tooling and sets-up to each job. When production volume indicates the need for auto-feed, sets up simpler auto-feed tooling.
• Installs all types of PEM and similar press-in hardware, press-in Southco, flare-in Southco, nutserts, and similar hardware.
• Inserts dowel pins and determines proper installation height with dial calipers.
• Determines correct installation and failed installation visually, and using sample hardware and/or thread gauges.
• Reads and interprets blueprints.
• Ensures the proper handling and stacking of parts to produce quality product.
• Helps to keep hardware department area clean and orderly.

What This Job Offers

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