Aerospace Cold Header Operator – Nut-Forming Tech

Leoforce; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA) / FSA

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401(k) retirement plan

Life and disability insurance

Pension plan (for eligible employees)

Employee discounts and performance-bon

Job summary

Leoforce is seeking an experienced Cold Header Operator to join our aerospace manufacturing team. The role involves setting up multi-station nut forming equipment to produce precision fasteners and components that meet stringent customer, quality, and regulatory requirements.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of experience with nut formers or cold headers, strong blueprints-reading and inspection tool skills, and the ability to run first or second shift with occasional Saturdays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3–5 years of experience operating nut formers, cold headers or similar equipment.
• Strong understanding of cold forming and metal flow principles.
• Ability to read blueprints, drawings and specs.
• Experience with precision measuring and inspection tools.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and adjust nut forming machines to meet production and quality requirements.
• Perform complete machine changeovers, tooling installations, and setup verification.
• Monitor machine performance and maintain dimensional accuracy and process stability.
• Interpret blueprints, work orders, specifications, and process instructions.
• Use calipers, micrometers, gauges, and comparators to inspect parts.
• Troubleshoot tooling, machine, and process issues to minimize downtime.
• Perform routine machine maintenance and keep equipment in safe condition.
• Ensure compliance with aerospace quality standards, safety procedures, and production requirements.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Quality inspection

Troubleshooting

Metal forming understanding

Math/ measuring

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Nut forming equipment

Cold headers

Precision measuring tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Job description

Leoforce is seeking an experienced Cold Header Operator to join our aerospace manufacturing team. The role involves setting up multi-station nut forming equipment to produce precision fasteners and components that meet stringent customer, quality, and regulatory requirements.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of experience with nut formers or cold headers, strong blueprints-reading and inspection tool skills, and the ability to run first or second shift with occasional Saturdays.