Hardware Operator - 2nd Shift

Lake Air Metals; Little Chute (WI); On-site; USD 44,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Full Benefits

401(k) Employer Match

PTO and Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Lake Air Products is seeking a 2nd shift Hardware Operator to set up and operate hardware insertion equipment for sheet metal parts per blueprints and customer specs.

The role works with stainless steel, aluminum, and galvanized metal, requiring attention to detail, safety, quality and productivity in a fast-paced environment. Must read blueprints and maintain PPE adherence.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of experience setting up and operating Haeger machine.
• Excellent people skills with ability to partner with a dynamic leadership team.
• Bend and lift, loading and unloading workpieces into the machine, and move from one workstation to another.

Responsibilities

• Verify that specified hardware is installed in the correct location using print verification.
• Align holes of workpieces and fixtures in the machine bed.
• Prepare a pick list for required hardware to subtract from inventory.
• Adjust depth and pressure limits of ram stroke as needed.
• Deliver the first piece to inspection for dimensional verification.
• Insert hardware into workpieces by operating the ram with proper alignment.

Skills

Blueprint reading

People skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Haeger machine

Job description

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Hardware Operator - 2nd Shift

Full Time Direct Little Chute, WI, US

9 days ago Requisition ID: 3275

Salary Range: $21.00 To $24.00 Annually

About Lake Air Products

Lake Air Products is a fast-growing contract manufacturer serving medical, aerospace & defense, industrial markets and more. We are committed to quality, performance, and building strong teams while proudly living by our Core Values: Customer Focus, Passion for Performance, and Right People – Best Teams.

Position Summary

We are seeking a 2nd shift Hardware Operator. The Hardware Operator is responsible for setting up and operating hardware insertion equipment to install hardware components into sheet metal parts and assemblies according to blueprints and customer specifications. This role works with a variety of materials including stainless steel, aluminum, and galvanized metal while ensuring accurate hardware placement, quality inspections, and proper machine setup. The position requires attention to detail, blueprint reading skills, and the ability to maintain safety, quality, and productivity standards in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Using a print verifies that specified hardware is installed in the correct location.
• Positions align, bolts specified die over the anvil and ram of the machine, and positions fixtures in the machine bed.
• Prepares a pick list for required hardware to subtract from inventory.
• Turns knobs and sets screws to adjust depth and pressure limit of ram stroke.
• Deliver the first piece to inspection for verification of dimensions and hardware location.
• Align holes of workpieces with the anvil of the machine.
• Positions pems or hardware with holes in workpieces over an anvil or against fixtures.
• Depresses pedal to lower ram that inserts the pem` or hardware into the workpieces.
• Fills hopper with pems or hardware when operating semiautomatic machines.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of experience setting up and operating Haeger machine preferred
• Excellent people skills, with an ability to partner with a dynamic leadership team.
• Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a commitment to the mission.
• Bend and lift, loading and unloading workpieces into the machine, and move from one workstation to another, alternately sitting and standing.
• Lift objects up to 50 pounds throughout the day.
• Perform repetitive work for more than 8 hours per day and on weekends.
• Read the blueprint, distinguish colors, and Wear the required personal protective equipment. (PPE)

Lake Air Products Offers:

• Competitive Pay
• Full Benefits
• 401(k) Employer Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay
• Tuition Reimbursement

Please note that this position may require travel to our Roseville, MN facility and may be subject to export control regulations. Unless an exemption applies, candidate(s) must be a U.S. Person* within the meaning of the law or obtain an export control license. Candidates who do not meet the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements or choose not to pursue such positions are not disqualified from applying for other opportunities with Lake Air Products. Nothing in this posting should be interpreted as limiting applications based on nationality or citizenship status.

*A U.S. Person under export control laws includes a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, U.S. permanent resident, or protected individual who has been lawfully admitted for temporary residence in the U.S. as a refugee or asylee under U.S. law.

Join a company where your hard work, dedication, and growth matter. We look forward to meeting you!

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