1st Shift Cold Header Operator - Precision Machining

Stanley Black & Decker; Elyria (OH); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanley Black & Decker in Elyria, OH is seeking a Cold Header Setup Operator for 1st shift (6AM-2:30PM). The role involves setting up and operating progressive cold headers, tooling changes, blueprint interpretation, and ensuring parts meet specifications at a competitive $33/hour.

You will handle micrometers/calipers, read shop orders, perform daily machine maintenance, and maintain a safe workspace while contributing to a leading tools and industrial equipment company.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Proven experience with progressive type cold headers. Experience with National headers preferred.
• Prior Tow Motor experience.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Prior experience using micrometers, calipers and other gauges.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to problem solve and troubleshoot.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate progressive cold header machines.
• Change tooling for job setup and replace broken tooling.
• Retrieve tooling from Tool & Die Department and return broken tooling for repair.
• Straighten steel coil, butt weld and grind ends before loading into machine.
• Adjust machine settings to meet specifications.
• Read shop orders and produce parts to blueprint specifications.
• Use gauges to check product and ensure parts meet specs.
• Enter production into kiosk and move product to next operation.
• Perform daily maintenance on machines.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and well-organized workspace following safety regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Progressive headers

Tow Motor

Blueprint reading

Micrometers

Calipers

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Job description

Stanley Black & Decker in Elyria, OH is seeking a Cold Header Setup Operator for 1st shift (6AM-2:30PM). The role involves setting up and operating progressive cold headers, tooling changes, blueprint interpretation, and ensuring parts meet specifications at a competitive $33/hour.

You will handle micrometers/calipers, read shop orders, perform daily machine maintenance, and maintain a safe workspace while contributing to a leading tools and industrial equipment company.