Multi-Die Header Operator (Fasteners)

Make Precision Happen

Operate and set up cold heading equipment across One Die Two Blow through Four die 4 Blow platforms to produce complex fasteners efficiently and to spec.

Pay & Hours

- $25–$35 per hour

- Monday–Friday, 1:30pm–10:30pm with potential overtime

Your Impact

- Monitor materials, equipment indicators, and environmental signals to spot issues early.

- Collect and interpret information from all relevant sources to keep processes stable.

- Partner with the Supervisor to review operations and resolve production/process problems.

- Inspect machines, structures, and materials to identify causes of defects and errors.

- Tune machine settings — speeds, pressures, temperatures, dimensions, and material flow — for optimal output.

- Start and control machinery via panels and control buttons.

- Verify product conformance using Calipers, Micrometers, and a Length Gage; document results.

- Watch gauges and lights to detect malfunctions; intervene promptly.

- Clear jams safely; remove and segregate defective or substandard parts.

- Use Root Cause Analysis (RCA) techniques to identify and eliminate true sources of problems.

Qualifications

- 3–7 years of experience in cold heading with proven set-up ability; fastener industry experience preferred.

- Strong communicator (verbal, written, email, and phone); steady and calm under pressure.

- Skilled at prioritizing, organizing, and executing tasks efficiently.

- Working knowledge of IATF 16949.

- Able to shift quickly between tasks with minimal errors or omissions.

- Deductive reasoning: apply general rules to solve specific technical problems.

- Demonstrated capability to adjust machine components to meet process requirements.

- Basic heading equipment maintenance knowledge.

- Comfortable reading Calipers, Micrometers, and Blue Prints.

- Strict adherence to OSHA and company safety guidelines.

Why This Process

Multi-die headers allow complex parts to be formed in one pass, overcoming diameter ratio reduction limits — a key advantage in fastener manufacturing.

Work Environment & Notices

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.

- Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) which is required in designated areas.

- Ability to continuously stand and move through 8–10-hour shifts.

- 100% onsite. One work location.

Note

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) of this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at will relationship.