Cold Header Operator

Job description:

Cold Header Operator

Company: Sunland Aerospace Fasteners

Primary Location: 12822 Pierce Street, Pacoima, CA 91331

Employment Type: Hourly | Full-Time

Function: Manufacturing Production

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

Main Duties & Responsibilities

JOB SUMMARY:

Completely and independently sets up and operates at the highest levels of complexity, all the various progressive header machines in use by the Company to perform operations such as forming, shaping, cutting, piercing etc. on various sizes and types of metal wire, bar stock etc. to required close tolerances per blueprint or other specifications. Operates other machine tools as necessary to produce tooling required for heading set-up and operation. Troubleshoots or reworks any progressive header problems concerning production parts. Must know how to operate National #89 Cold Header Machine. Will be working with many type of metals, Steel, 286, Inconel, ect.

DESCRIPTION OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Reads and interprets blueprints or other documentation to determine machining required, tolerances held, and plans sequence of operations. Plans sequences of operations per manufacturing documentation or good shop practices when documentation is not available.

2. Completely and independently sets-up and operates all types of Progressive Header machine making required adjustments to diameters, grip lengths, depths, etc. to tolerances of ± .0007. Uses various support tools and equipment such as wrenches, pliers, calipers, micrometers etc. to set-up, maintain and repair machine. Heading machines set-up are single or multiple blow as well as single or multiple die or any combination thereof.

3. Loads wire or bar stock, positions and secures to holding device. Verifies feed position. Selects machine speed, tooling, and other variable tasks and items required based upon most efficient methods to maintain tolerances for material and tooling required.

4. Operates all types of Progressive Headers and Trimmer machines at highest levels of complexity as required for the completion of the various operations necessary on the workpieces being formed. Maintains visual check of work in progress to assure proper functioning of equipment. Performs any rework or troubleshooting of headed work performed by self or others.

5. Provides necessary counts, processes documentation correctly, and maintains daily production logs using computer software applications or production worksheets. Keeps interim records for subassemblies, material, tooling, rework, etc. while in the cell. Uses knowledge of SPC to monitor process control and ensure that acceptable inspection statistical results and records are maintained..

6. Works as an active team member by participating in problem solving, team building, and all other team activities to improve the processes, productivity, quality, etc. of the production operations in a cell. Uses interpersonal skills as well as good written and verbal communications. Assists other cell members as required.

Equipment/Process Responsibilities - Performs duties where property, tools, equipment, or machines may be damaged or man hours lost through improper daily maintenance and attention to processing. Sets-up and adjusts all types of Progressive Header machines to highest levels of complexity for the jobs performed. Maintains and effects repairs of machines and tooling.

Material or Product Responsibilities - Performs duties that require close attention to work and supporting documentation specifications and other requirements. Responsible for accuracy of parts formed. Visually and/or with measuring instruments checks work performed for proper results

Responsibility for Work of Others - Accuracy of communication is mandatory to the successful production and qualification of workpieces. Must communicate to appropriate personnel any problems or concerns regarding quality of work received or time flow of work in progress as it affects production schedules. Must be able to train employees of equal or lower classification in Progressive Header set-up and operation as well as on methods and procedures used by the Company in the production workflow and tracking.

Safety Responsibilities - Good housekeeping, knowledge of good machine safety is necessary as well as adherence to Company Safety Rules.

Initiative and Ingenuity - Requires initiative in solving problems associated with the set-up and operation of all types of Progressive Header machines and ingenuity in adapting tooling and shop aids to complete forming operations. Makes suggestions for improving the efficiency of work flow or equipment operation. Takes on or reports for additional work as current tasks are completed. Performs other work related tasks as deemed necessary by Company needs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Environmental Surroundings - Work is in a machine shop environment where noise, temperature fluctuations, the repetitive nature of job, etc. are less desirable than in a typical office environment.

Unavoidable Hazards - Possible hazards related to cuts, bruises, finger and hand injuries, muscle strains and burns. Exposure to moving mechanical parts, metalworking fluids, heating elements and airborne particles. Appropriate protective wear regarding eye, ear, and clothing are required.

Physical - Able to lift up to 75 pounds. Requires strength to adjust requisite equipment to set-up specifications. Hand and finger manipulation in turning tools/valves/handles or operating knobs/cranks/buttons etc. as well as using precision measuring instruments. Able to reach, bend and stretch. Able to use tools required for machine set-up which may be fatiguing and require extensive physical exertion for extended periods of time. Most job assignments require continuous ' standing and/or sitting for periods exceeding 15 minutes at a time.

Mental - Work at times is highly repetitive and monotonous. However during set-ups work varies and requires use of machine shop theory. Setups or machine repair may require improvisation and ingenuity. Reasoning ability required to interpret complex blueprints and documentation of a highly technical nature. Must be able to draw valid conclusions from a variety of abstract and concrete variables. Required to organize work flow for best efficiency.

Visual - Close attention to detail with moderate eye concentration over long periods of time. Able to read various precision instruments such as micrometers, calipers, gauges, etc. Must be able to visually check workpieces for quality.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person