Header Operator 2nd Shift

Means IndustriesHenrietta Township, MI
Onsite

About The Position

Join our team in Munith, Michigan - SMW Team as a Header Operator and put your precision skills to work! You’ll set up and run cold formers, inspect parts to exact specifications, and keep production running smoothly. If you thrive on hands-on work, troubleshooting, and collaborating with a skilled team, we want to hear from you! Will train on first shift and then move to 2nd shift after training has been completed.

Requirements

  • Set up and operate cold former (header) to manufacture parts to precise specifications.
  • Measure and inspect parts during production using micrometers, calipers, gauges, and other precision instruments to ensure compliance with product specifications.
  • Load material, draw material down to size, adjust tooling, verify machine settings based on production orders.
  • Monitor machine operation continuously; make adjustments, troubleshoot malfunctions, perform minor maintenance.
  • Read and understand tool layouts, part prints, and part progression layouts.
  • Collaborate with team members on machine setups, tooling changes, and operational requirements.
  • Position and feed wire through a series of dies that extrude and shape stock.
  • Adjust wedges & brass settings to set pressures and depths of ram strokes.
  • Repair, maintain, and/or replace tooling when worn, broken or out of print.
  • Remove tooling from machines when production runs are finished.
  • Use overhead crane, forklift, and hand truck to bring and remove supplies as needed.
  • Perform developmental setups, prototype runs and assist with new part introduction.
  • Accurately document quality data, measurements, and production records.
  • Maintain safe, clean, and organized work environment; follow safety, quality, environmental procedures.

Responsibilities

  • Set up and operate cold former (header) to manufacture parts to precise specifications.
  • Measure and inspect parts during production using micrometers, calipers, gauges, and other precision instruments to ensure compliance with product specifications.
  • Load material, draw material down to size, adjust tooling, verify machine settings based on production orders.
  • Monitor machine operation continuously; make adjustments, troubleshoot malfunctions, perform minor maintenance.
  • Read and understand tool layouts, part prints, and part progression layouts.
  • Collaborate with team members on machine setups, tooling changes, and operational requirements.
  • Position and feed wire through a series of dies that extrude and shape stock.
  • Adjust wedges & brass settings to set pressures and depths of ram strokes.
  • Repair, maintain, and/or replace tooling when worn, broken or out of print.
  • Remove tooling from machines when production runs are finished.
  • Use overhead crane, forklift, and hand truck to bring and remove supplies as needed.
  • Perform developmental setups, prototype runs and assist with new part introduction.
  • Accurately document quality data, measurements, and production records.
  • Maintain safe, clean, and organized work environment; follow safety, quality, environmental procedures.

Benefits

  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Prescription Drug Benefits
  • Wellness Reimbursement
  • Telehealth
  • Onsite health screenings
  • Mental health resources
  • Employee Assistance Program that includes counseling and support services for mental health, family support, financial advice, legal guidance, and more
  • Competitive Salaries
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan
  • Annual Bonus Opportunity
  • 401k with Company Match
  • Health Savings Account with Company Contribution
  • Life and Disability Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Parental Leave
  • 14 Annual Company Paid Holidays
  • Training Programs
  • Education Expense Reimbursement
  • Career Advancement Opportunities
  • Pet Insurance and Discount Program
  • Legal Insurance
  • Employee Discounts
  • Recognition and Rewards
  • Community Involvement
  • Workplace Giving Matching Gift Program
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