Rivet Machine Operator

Klein Tools • Fort Smith, AR

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About The Position

The Rivet Machine Operator performs machine riveting on materials including canvas, leather, nylon web, cotton web, vulcanized fiber, Klein Kord, and other materials. The role produces items such as tool bags, leather and canvas pouches, fiber guards, and harnesses. The operator sets up rivet machines and aligns and positions parts against an anvil to set rivets according to schematics. The operator monitors products for imperfections, follows safety procedures, completes daily machine safety checks, and moves completed work within the department.

Requirements

• Two years of related work experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of different material types and their characteristics and flaws for quality acceptability.
• Knowledge of using hand tools.
• Basic math, reading, writing, and comprehension skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work closely and effectively with all employees and management staff.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma.

Responsibilities

• Perform machine riveting on canvas, leather, nylon web, cotton web, vulcanized fiber, Klein Kord, and other materials.
• Produce products such as tool bags, leather and canvas pouches, fiber guards, and harnesses.
• Align and position parts against an anvil and press foot levers to set rivets according to schematics.
• Watch for in-process product imperfections and report them to the supervisor.
• Move work within the department after completion.
• Set up rivet machines.
• Follow safety procedures to prevent injury to oneself and coworkers and to prevent equipment damage.
• Read and check off daily safety operation procedures before starting the machine.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED