Machinist - Header Operator
Listed on 2026-10-19
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Manufacturing / Production
Machine Operator, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic -
Trades / Skilled Labor
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
- Pay or shift range: $25 USD to $35 USD
JOB SUMMARY
The Cold Heading Operator performs various skilled and complex tasks in running andmaintainingproduction equipment to meet the everyday needs of our customers. The Machine Operatoroperateseither Cold Heading or Roll Threading Machines in some cases both.
REPORTING TO
Department Manager or Supervisor
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Responsibilities:
- Abides by all Safety practices put forth by the company.
- Maintains a clean and organized work area.
- Ability tooperateand troubleshoot the single and multi- blow cold heading machines.
- Be able to read blueprints proficiently.
- Completes preventative maintenance (PM) plan prior to and after tooling changes.
- Responsible for ensuring parts are made to print and tooling is received to print.
- Inspects tooling and setup.
- Must be able to repair /maintainalltooland dies.
- Perform adjustments on machinery toassurea quality part is being made.
- Be able to safelyoperatea lift truck. Lift truck license preferred.
- Loads coils ontospoolrack.
- Train and mentor lower level less experienced operators.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
SKILLS and ABILITIES
Strong mechanical aptitude.
Detailed oriented.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules,operating, and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to complete routine production and quality reports.
Understanding and compliance with safety rules and regulations.
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE
HS Diploma or GED equivalent.
5+ years of experienceoperatingcold heading equipment.
Experience working in the Fastener industry is a plus.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability tolift upto 50 lbs., and anythingoverrequires help and/or handling equipment. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required tostand for periods of time, walk and reach with hands and arms.
EEOC Statement:
MW Industries, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal,stateor local laws.
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