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Heading Operator

Precision Castparts
Santa Ana, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/16/2026
Heading machine operators work under minimal supervision to operate and perform basic setups of heading machines such as non-progressive cold headers, and may begin to operate progressive headers including hot headers. Basic familiarity with progressive header tooling. This role requires intermediate competencies in print reading and inspection processes, as well as basic trouble shooting.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

  • Work safely under functional safety guidelines such as PPE and equipment interaction.
  • Adheres to quality processes including in-process inspection to ensure compliance with quality specifications.
  • Correctly interpret work orders
  • Lift up to 45lbs
  • Basic machine setups
  • Full in process inspection
  • Work in a team environment, i.e. follow instructions and assist others as needed.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Required Skills

  • The ability to read and write English.
  • Intermediate print reading & inspection processes
  • The ability to use intermediate inspection tools such micrometers, calipers, comparators
  • Basic familiarity of header tooling & equipment (Progressive & Non-Progressive)
  • Basic knowledge of wire material & coatings

Experience & Education

  • GED or High school diploma preferred but not required.

For informational purposes only the range of pay for this role is $20.00 to $35.00US Dollar (USD)Hourly based on a variety of factors. For informational purposes only this role is eligible to participate in the Companys Quarterly Cash Bonus Plan paid out at the quarterly bonus factor of 1X the Companys bonus multiple based on the Companys performance in the applicable quarter. Employees will receive 80 hours paid time off every year. Employees will also receive 10 paid holidays. Employees and their families are eligible to participate in the company\'s medical dental vision and basic life insurance. Employees are eligible to enroll in the Companys 401k plan.80

Salary : $20 - $35

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