Expansion Operator 2nd shift

Hayden Industrial

Claremore (OK)

On-site

USD 36,000 - 48,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company-mp

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Hayden Industrial in Claremore, Oklahoma is seeking an Expansion Operator to operate tube expansion machinery and set up tooling to form copper tubing to precise specifications. You will inspect parts, adjust machines for quality, and perform routine maintenance in a non-temperature controlled shop.

The role requires reading work orders, measuring with calipers and gauges, standing for long periods, and following safety rules with PPE. Team members support continuous improvement efforts.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.
Manufacturing or machine-operation experience required.
Ability to read work instructions and use measuring tools.
Strong attention to detail and quality expectations.
Basic mechanical aptitude preferred.
Ability to stand for long periods.
Experience with copper tubing or soft metals preferred.
HVAC/refrigeration/heat-exchanger experience preferred.
Lean manufacturing or 5S knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate expansion equipment to form copper tubing to precise diameters and tolerances.
Set up tooling, dies, and mandrels per work orders and specs.
Inspect parts using calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
Adjust machine settings to maintain quality and efficiency.
Identify defects and report out-of-tolerance conditions.
Perform basic troubleshooting and routine maintenance.
Adhere to safety procedures and company policies.
Complete required production and quality documentation.
Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Manufacturing or machine-operation experience

Ability to read work instructions

Strong attention to detail and quality

Basic mechanical aptitude

Ability to stand for long periods

Experience with copper tubing or soft metals

HVAC/refrigeration/heat-exchanger manufacturing experience

Lean manufacturing or 5S practices knowledge

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Job description

Brief Description

Hayden Industrial, a leading manufacturer of industrial cooling systems, is seeking an Expansion Operator to join our team in Claremore, Oklahoma. The Expansion Operator is responsible for setting up and operating expansion equipment used to form copper tubing to precise specifications. This position ensures consistent quality, dimensional accuracy, and safe production in a manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Operate tube expansion machinery to expand copper tubing to required diameters and tolerances
Set up tooling, dies, and mandrels per work orders and specifications
Inspect parts using calipers, micrometers, and gauges
Adjust machine settings to maintain quality and efficiency
Identify defects such as splits, cracks, or out-of-tolerance expansions
Perform basic troubleshooting and routine machine maintenance
Follow all safety procedures and company policies
Complete required production and quality documentation
Maintain a clean and organized work area

Hayden Industrial has determined this position involves safety-sensitive job duties and will be considered a safety-sensitive position for purpose of the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana and Patient Protection Act (“The Unity Bill.”) effective August 29th, 2019.

Education And Experience

High school diploma or equivalent
Manufacturing or machine-operation experience
Ability to read work instructions and use measuring tools
Strong attention to detail and quality
Basic mechanical aptitude
Ability to stand for long periods
Experience working with copper tubing or soft metals preferred
HVAC, refrigeration, or heat-exchanger manufacturing experience preferred
Familiarity with lean manufacturing or 5S practices preferred

Supervisor Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment

Non-temperature controlled environment with loud noises, dust, dirt, and metal particles that are usually associated with metal fabrication shops. All employees are required to wear personal protective equipment to include noise/hearing protection, safety glasses with side shields, (paint masks, respirator, when required) and OSHA compliant safety boots/shoes within the manufacturing facility.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing duties of this job, the employee in this position is regularly required to stand for long periods of time. This position requires walking, the ability to reach, ascend/descend ladders, bend, kneel, and stoop. The employee occasionally will lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Position Type/Expected Hours Of Work

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Thursday, 3:30 p.m to 2:00 a.m. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Travel

No travel is required for this position.

Benefits

Hayden Industrial offers a generous benefits package including comprehensive health, dental, vision, 401(k) retirement plan with company match, a generous paid time off schedule, and professional development opportunities.

AAP/EEO Statement

Hayden Industrial is an equal employment opportunity employer. Hayden Industrial recognizes and embraces federal legislation on equal employment opportunity and is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination. All applicants for employment and all employees will be afforded equal opportunity and treatment, regardless of age, race, religion, gender, national origin, disability status or other protected status. All employees are responsible for complying with all applicable Federal, State and Local Laws, rules and regulations regarding non-discrimination practices.

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