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2nd Shift Cold Header Operator

Job in Wood Dale, DuPage County, Illinois, 60191, USA
Listing for: Optimas Solutions
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-08-28
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Machine Operator, Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Industrial Maintenance
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Cold Header Operator

Cold header operators will have the opportunity to be part of a team responsible for running cold heading machines and producing parts for the heavy truck, automotive, and many other markets, working for an industry leading global distributor and manufacturer of fasteners and other components.

Main responsibilities:

  • Read and understand blueprints.
  • Review and validate materials (wire grade, diameter)
  • Set up, troubleshoot, and operate cold heading machines.
  • Use machine control s, SPC & process monitoring systems.
  • Use basic measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, and other gages to check dimensional and attribute characteristics of headed blanks.
  • Maintain quality records and other necessary forms and documentation.
  • Follow instructions and directions from supervisors, team leaders.
  • Good housekeeping of equipment, work area, and other assigned areas
  • Perform daily and weekly machine maintenance to keep equipment in optimal working condition.

Key competencies:

  • Strong mechanical aptitude
  • Attention to detail.
  • Organizational skills
  • Results driven
  • Communication skills – written and verbal
  • Working as part of a team
  • Problem solving
  • Basic ability to use computer programs

Skills and qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • 3 + years relevant experience required – cold heading.
  • Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to stand for 8-10 hours/day.

Compensation:

At Optimas we believe in having a competitive compensation scheme to motivate and retain our employees. More information will be given throughout the process.

Optimas OE Solutions provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Optimas OE Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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