Precision Cold Header Operator – Setup and Quality

Avantus Aerospace USA; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Avantus Aerospace USA is seeking an experienced Cold Header Operator in Los Angeles, CA. The role involves setting up and operating automatic cold header machines to form and cut coil stock for precision production.

You will adjust machines for quality output and work with various dies and transfer fingers to maintain tight tolerances. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong shop math skills, the ability to read technical drawings, and a team-oriented approach to helping Tool and Die Makers

Qualifications

• Experience setting up and operating automatic cold header machines.
• Strong knowledge of shop math and manufacturing terminology.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Experience working with multiple dies and transfer systems.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate automatic cold header machines.
• Form and cut off coil stock for precision production.
• Make machine adjustments to reduce stock size.
• Adjust cold header machines with multiple tools and transfer fingers.
• Utilize cut-off tools and multiple dies effectively.
• Use common hand tools including box and end wrenches, micrometers, scales, bench grinders.
• Monitor machine quality output by checking parts frequently.
• Collaborate closely with Tool and Die Makers in development and production.

Skills

Cold header operation

Shop math

Reading drawings

Teamwork

Tools

Automatic cold header machines

Micrometers

Scales

Bench grinders

Optical comparators

Indicator plugs

Go/no-go gauges

Depth gauges

Cutting tools

Job description

Avantus Aerospace USA is seeking an experienced Cold Header Operator in Los Angeles, CA. The role involves setting up and operating automatic cold header machines to form and cut coil stock for precision production.

You will adjust machines for quality output and work with various dies and transfer fingers to maintain tight tolerances. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong shop math skills, the ability to read technical drawings, and a team-oriented approach to helping Tool and Die Makers