Boltmaker Operator

Fontana; Frankfort (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Pay increases every 6 months

Sign-on / referral bonuses

2 weeks paid vacation

13 paid holidays

Job summary

Fontana in Frankfort, Indiana is hiring a machine operator to set up and operate boltmaking equipment and ensure quality production. You will use micrometers, calipers, and gauges to verify parts meet specifications and follow a BOM for proper tooling sequences.

The role includes a 6-month training on 1st shift, then transition to 2nd shift, with potential OT as needed. The position requires reading blueprints, strong math skills, and the ability to lift 50+ pounds.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required or optional.
• Must be able to lift up to 50+ pounds.
• Able to stand 8+ hours and perform repetitive motions.
• 6-month training: 1st shift for up to 6 months, then 2nd shift.
• Experience with progressive presses is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate boltmaking machinery to meet daily production goals.
• Verify part quality using micrometers, calipers, and gauges.
• Identify tooling sequence from BOM and ensure proper setup.
• Troubleshoot and perform preventative maintenance on machines.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment and meet safety standards.
• Record production activities and machine performance.
• Work OT as needed.

Skills

Strong mechanical ability

Attention to detail

Blueprint reading

Math skills

Technical documentation

Multi-tasking

Tool identification

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Boltmaking machines (Sacma, National, Formax, Nedschroef)

Measurement devices (micrometers, calipers, optical comparators)

Bill of Materials (BOM)

Job description

Frankfort, 3595 W STATE ROAD 28, Frankfort, Indiana, United States of America •

Howard County, Frankfort, Indiana, United States of America •

Tippecanoe, lafayette, Indiana, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Monday, August 17, 2026 at 4:00 AM

We believe our employees are the reason for our success, and our compensation and benefits are designed to reflect that belief.

A machine operator is responsible for setting up a variety of products on several different size and types of boltmaker machines to manufacture fasteners. Accountable for safely meeting daily production goals, quality requirements, and performing preventative maintenance.

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for meeting daily production and quality goals.
• Utilize measurement devices, such as, micrometers, calipers, optical comparators, and a variety of attribute gauges to verify that parts meet quality specifications.
• Use a Bill of Material (BOM) to identify proper tooling sequence.
• Complete set up operation of each aspect of the machine (i.e., wire draw, header, pointer, roll section, tracks and conveyors).
• Troubleshoot and perform preventative maintenance on machines.
• Secure raw material when required.
• Operate and become proficient on different types of boltmaking machinery (i.e., Sacma, National, Formax, and Nedschroef).
• Record production activities and machine performance.
• Ensure safety standards are met and maintain a clean, safe work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills & Abilities:

• Strong mechanical ability.
• Strong attention to detail as well as troubleshooting ability.
• Read and understand blueprints.
• Good math skills; able to interpret metric and standard dimensions.
• Must be able to retain and apply technical information from machine manuals.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Identify and use several different hand tools.

Education:

High school diploma or GED, a plus, but not required.

Successfully complete a 6-month training process (train on 1 st shift for up to 6 months, then switch to 2 nd shift).

Experience:

Experience with operating progressive presses a plus, but not required.

Prior work experience in a manufacturing environment helpful.

Working Conditions:

Must be able to lift and/or maneuver up to 50+ pounds.

Ability to stand for 8+ hours and endure frequent climbing, twisting, and turning.

Must be flexible to work OT, as needed.

Non-climate controlled work environment.

Join our team and enjoy all the perks we offer some which include: competitive wages, pay increases every 6 months, benefits 1 st day, sign on / referral bonuses; 2 weeks paidvacation, 13 paid holidays, employee focused events, and much more.

We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, marital status, handicap, genetic infiltration, disability or status as a veteran. Fontana reserves the right to require a drug screening at any time during the employment process.

Frankfort, 3595 W STATE ROAD 28, Frankfort, Indiana, United States of America,

Howard County, Frankfort, Indiana, United States of America,

Tippecanoe, lafayette, Indiana, United States of America