Cold Header Operator

MNP Corporation; Utica (MI); On-site; USD 27,552 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

BCBS medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

401(k) and 401(k) match

Onsite health clinic

Employee wellness activities

Employee referral bonuses

Discounts on autos and cell phones

Employee social activities

Job summary

MNP Corporation, a fastener manufacturer located in Utica, Michigan, is seeking a Cold Header Operator. This position requires setting up and operating cold heading equipment, producing parts, and ensuring quality standards are met. The ideal candidate should be mechanically inclined and have good communication skills.

The pay ranges from $20.00 to $28.00 per hour, complemented by a range of benefits including medical insurance, 401(k), and employee recognition programs.

Qualifications

• Able to stand, walk, bend, push, pull, lift, kneel, and sit frequently throughout the day.
• Able to climb up and down stairs.
• Able to pass a pre-employment, post-offer physical and drug screen.
• Able to read job instructions and complete required paperwork.

Responsibilities

• Learn MNP's processes and work instructions.
• Set up and operate assigned equipment.
• Produce assigned parts in accordance with production standards.
• Check parts and record findings per work instructions and SOPs.
• Enter information into the computer as instructed.

Skills

Computer skills

Mechanically inclined

Good communication skills

Dependable

Quality-focused

Team player

Accountable

Able to take instruction

Able to give instruction

Job description

Job Schedule

2nd shift 3:15 PM to 1:15 AM, Mon - Thu, Fri & Sat as needed

About Us

MNP is an award-winning fastener manufacturer specializing in diameters from M3 to M24. Established in 1970, it is a family‑owned business with core values of Humility, Integrity, Trust, Compassion and Dedication. MNP controls the complete manufacturing process from the annealing of the raw coiled steel through heading, rolling, heat treating, plating, coating, packaging, and distributing. Employees at MNP work together in teams yet work without constant supervision. MNP seeks to promote from within and offers training and development at all levels of the organization; 75% of all leadership positions are held by employees who were promoted from within.

About the Role of a Cold Header Operator

Bolt makers, header operators, and roller operators are considered experienced if they have 2 years or more experience in operating and setting up specific cold heading equipment. Experienced bolt makers will have 2 years of experience setting up and running Nedschroef, Sacma, or National equipment. Experienced cold header or header operators will have 2 years of experience setting up and running Formax, Nationals, Nedschroef, Sacma, Asahi Sunac, or Chun Zu equipment. Experienced thread roller or roller operators will have 2 years of experience setting up and running Hartford, Saspi, EWmenn, or Formax equipment. MNP specializes in diameters from M3 to M24.

Responsibilities

• Learn MNP's processes and work instructions
• Set up and operate assigned equipment
• Produce assigned parts in accordance with production standards
• Check parts and record findings per work instructions and SOPs
• Complete required paperwork
• Enter information into the computer as instructed
• Record the number of parts produced, and document any problems with the equipment
• Communicate with leads, supervisors, preventive maintenance, and other personnel
• Assist maintenance with understanding issues with equipment
• Participate in 5S housekeeping
• Work in a safe manner and follow all safety procedures

Qualifications

• Good computer skills
• Mechanically inclined; good with hand tools
• Good communication skills
• Dependable; excellent attendance record
• Quality‑focused; takes pride in their work.
• Team player; able to work well with others.
• Accountable; able to work without constant supervision.
• Learner – able to take instruction.
• Helper – able to give instruction; willing to help others.
• Able to read job instructions and complete required paperwork
• Able to stand, walk, bend, push, pull, lift, kneel, and sit frequently throughout the day
• Able to climb up and down stairs
• Able to work in an environment that is oily, dusty, noisy, grimy, and sometimes smoky, with extremely warm temperatures
• Able to pass a pre‑employment, post‑offer physical, drug screen
• Able to pass a background check

Salary

$20.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits

Along with competitive pay, MNP offers employees BCBS medical, dental and vision insurance, company‑paid life insurance, life insurance, flexible spending account, short‑term and long‑term disability, 401(k) and 401(k) match, discretionary profit‑sharing. Aflac products are also available. Benefits listed here are optional and have a waiting period. Additional benefits include a health clinic (onsite in Utica) for employees and their families; optional employee wellness activities including managing and tracking diabetes, blood pressure, and weight control; onsite, personalized retirement counseling; employee referral bonuses and employment of friends and families; access to tickets for Jimmy John's Field; volunteer opportunities include Gleaners, Suite Dreams, Veterans Support activities, Blessings in a Backpack, food and clothing drives, and others; employee recognition includes anniversaries, birthdays, and special events; employee discounts on autos, cell phones, and others; employee social activities include Detroit Tigers opening day, Fat Tuesday, ice cream/popsicles, picnics, team meetings, team outings, one‑on‑one with the president, and many more.

EEO Mandate

This job description is not intended to be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the company. We are an equal opportunity employer and a second chance employer. We give consideration for employment to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, and any other related State or Federal protected classes or characteristics.