Header Operator

Job Summary

To set up and operate cold header machine to cold form products. To foster a culture of disciplined continuous improvement.

Job Duties

-Required to read and comply with Process Control sheet and work instructions for product specifications such as dimensions and tolerances, and tooling instructions.

-Sets up and runs cold headers as reasonably assigned, up to a maximum of two (2) machines.

-Sets up machines, operates machine, makes all necessary adjustments to produce quality products, and comply with all quality standards.

-Responsible for proper lubrication of equipment, designated oil changes and minor machine repair.

-Sets heating tolerance and has full understanding of the induction heating process. Can also replace and repair heating coils.

-Obtains necessary tools for next order prior to changeover.

-Sets up and assures proper functioning of load monitors.

-Eighty percent (80%) productive efficiency is expected from all machines in good operating condition.

-Observes operation of machine and verifies conformance of a quality product.

-Instructs trainee in machine set-up and operation.

-Assist in unloading steel trucks.

-Assist in weighing of tubs at staging area.

-Sort parts when necessary.

-Required to load machines, weld wire, and to remove raw material from inventory. Required to re-band and re-tag wire that is to be returned to the wire storage area or that has been rejected.

-Responsible to report any equipment malfunctions, production shortages, excessive tool usage or other system failures related to job to Supervisor.

-Responsible to dump scrap into designated container, weigh, and fill out scrap ticket to give to supervisor.

-Responsible to check empty container at time of placement at machines for the positioning of the container identification and absence of foreign parts in the container.

-Keep machines and work area neat and clean.

-Daily mopping and machine cleaning as per work station cleaning schedule.

-Assist in keeping the overall appearance of the shop clean and orderly.

-Daily mopping and machine cleaning as per work station cleaning schedule.

-Responsible for becoming familiar with operation, adjustments and proper care of machines as outlined in manufacturers manuals.

-Completes necessary records for production and down time.

-Follows work instructions for first and last piece tickets.

-Presses in dies, obtains necessary tooling from tool room, record tool number usage on sheet.

-Assists maintenance in machine repair.

-Assists in training new hires and trainees.

-Responsible for proper operation and lubrication of wire drawing equipment.

-Responsible for producing quality parts.

-Responsible for data collection and entry for all attributes, SPC, or other data collection sheets for computer entry.

-Responsible to have gages checked if dropped or damaged (Return gages to the Quality Department to verify that the gages are still in calibration).

-Follow all Safety, Environmental, and Quality policies and procedures.

-Other duties may be assigned or required for this position.

Experience and Education

-Perform work under minimal supervision

-Handle moderately complex issues and problems and refer more complex issues to higher level staff

-Possess solid working knowledge of subject matter

-Typically require a high school diploma or equivalent and 3 years of experience

Competencies/ Skills

-Ability to interpret work instructions

-Ability to follow written and verbal directions

-Basic verbal and written communication skills

-Basic mathematical skills