Thread Roll Operator

Relyans; Lapeer (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Relyans in Michigan is seeking a skilled machine operator to safely operate Thread Roll Machines and support the production of fasteners. You will follow work instructions, keep the work area clean, and assist with basic tooling setups and inspections.

The role requires the ability to read blueprints, measure parts with micrometers and calipers, and perform SPC checks while maintaining productivity and quality under standard safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Basic math skills including decimals and fractions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Punctual, reliable, and team-oriented.
• Equivalent 6+ months of manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

• Operates thread roll machines, starting, stopping, and feeding, and monitors for imperfect operation.
• Performs basic tool adjustments and clean up of machines.
• Grips and operates various hand tools.
• Follows 6-S principles and performs SPC checks per specification.
• Reads and interprets blueprints and uses micrometers/calipers to measure parts.

Skills

Team player

Attention to safety

Quality-focused

Problem solving

Reading comprehension

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Measuring devices

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

Operators are responsible for all aspects of safely operating Thread Roll Machines. Candidates will perform all of the basic machinery functions for the familiarization with equipment and tooling in the production of fasteners, follow work instruction processes and keep work area clean and organized.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Starts, stops, and feeds the machines and monitors for imperfect operation.
• Perform basic tool adjustments and clean up of machines
• Grip and operate various hand tools
• Follow 6-S principles
• Performs Statistical Process Control (SPC) checks per specification
• Ability to understand and measure parts using appropriate measuring tools and blueprints
• Ability to use and analyze micrometers, calipers and all other measuring devices
• Meets and maintains productivity levels and quality requirements in support of departmental standards, goals, and schedules.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Always work in a safe manner, understanding safety and quality are priority
• Fill out any required paperwork
• Use of computer systems
• Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Physically able to lift, bend, stoop, climb, and reach
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Basic mathematic skills to include the use of decimals and fractions
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Punctual, reliable, and team-oriented
• Equivalent 6+ months of manufacturing experience

ENVIRONMENTAL EXPOSURES:

• Noise – Laboratory machines.
• Chemicals, oils, acids, sprays, coolants and solvents.
• Noise – heavy machinery – if in plant.
• Noise – vibratory bowls and air feed systems – if in plant.
• Responsible for complying with regulations and standards covered under MISOSHA as well as not damaging, moving, interfering or removed any safety related item that is provided.

CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT

• Training to be completed annually
• Please refer to training matrix