Cold/Hot Header Operator 10-2nd shift -

Company:  Monogram Aerospace Fasteners

Primary Location:  3423 S Garfield Avenue, Commerce, CA 90040 USA

Employment Type: Hourly | Full-Time

Function:  Manufacturing Production / Distribution

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled 

Main Duties & Responsibilities

JOB SUMMARY:

 Completely and independently sets up and
operates the various Cold/Hot header machines in
use by the Company to perform operations such as forming, shaping, cutting,
piercing etc. on various sizes and types of metal wire, bar stock etc. to
required close tolerances per blueprint or other specifications. Operates other
machine tools as necessary to produce tooling required for heading set-up and
operation. Performs any troubleshooting or rework on work performed.

DESCRIPTION OF
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Completely and independently sets up various types of Cold/Hot Header machines making required adjustments to diameters, grip lengths, depths, etc. to tolerances of + .0007. Uses various support tools and equipment such as wrenches, pliers, calipers, micrometers etc. to set-up, maintain and repair machine. Performs any troubleshooting or rework on work performed.
   
   
2. Loads wire or bar stock, positions and secures to holding device. Verifies feed position. Selects machine speed, tooling and other variable tasks and items required based upon most efficient methods to maintain tolerances for material and tooling required.
   
   
3. Operates various types of Cold/Hot Headers machines as required for the completion of the various operations necessary on the workpieces being formed. Maintains visual check of work in progress to assure proper functioning of equipment. Secures necessary inspection approval including first article when required.
   
   
4. Provides necessary counts, processes documentation correctly, and maintains daily production logs using computer software applications or production worksheets. Keeps interim records for subassemblies, material, tooling, rework, etc. while in the cell. Uses knowledge of SPC to monitor process control and ensure that acceptable inspection statistical results and records are maintained.
   
   
5. Reads and interprets blueprints or other documentation to determine machining required and plans any sequence of operations on headers.
   
   

  6.  Works as an active team member by participating in problem solving, team building, and all other team activities to                 improve the processes, productivity, quality, etc. of the production operations in a cell. Uses interpersonal skills as well as        good written and verbal communications. Assists other cell members as required.

Equipment/Process Responsibilities -  

Performs duties where property, tools, equipment, or
machines may be damaged, or man hours lost through improper daily maintenance and
attention to processing. Sets-up and adjusts various types of Cold/Hot Header machines for the jobs performed. Maintains and effects minor
repairs of machines.

Material or Product Responsibilities - 

Performs duties that require close attention
to work and supporting documentation specifications and other requirements.
Responsible for accuracy of parts formed. Visually and/or with measuring instruments
checks work performed for proper results.

Responsibility for Work of Others -

 Accuracy of
communication is mandatory to the successful production and qualification of
workpieces. Must communicate to appropriate personnel any problems or
concerns regarding quality of work received or time flow of work in progress as it
affects production schedules. Must be able to train employees of equal or lower
classification in Cold/Hot Header set-up and operation as well as on methods
and procedures used by the Company in the production workflow and tracking.

Safety Responsibilities -

 Good housekeeping,
knowledge of good machine safety is necessary as well as adherence to Company
Safety Rules.

Initiative and Ingenuity -

 Requires initiative
in solving problems associated with the set-up and operation of various types of Cold/Hot Header machines and
ingenuity in adapting tooling and shop aids to complete forming operations.
Makes suggestions for improving the efficiency of work flow or equipment operation. Takes
on or reports for additional work as current tasks are completed. Performs
other work related tasks as
deemed necessary by Company needs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

 
Environmental Surroundings -  Work is in a machine shop environment where
noise, temperature fluctuations, the repetitive nature of job, etc. are less
desirable than in a typical
office environment.
Unavoidable Hazards -  Possible hazards related to cuts, bruises, finger and hand injuries, muscle
strains and burns. Exposure to moving mechanical parts, metalworking fluids,
heating elements and airborne particles. Appropriate protective wear regarding eye, ear, and
clothing are required.

EFFORT

 
Physical - Able to lift up to 50 pounds. Requires
strength to adjust requisite equipment to set-up specifications. Hand and finger
manipulation in turning tools/valves/handles or operating knobs/cranks/buttons
etc. as well as using precision measuring instruments. Able to reach, bend and
stretch. Able to use tools required for machine set-up which may be fatiguing
and require extensive physical exertion for extended periods of time. Most job
assignments require continuous standing and/or sitting for periods exceeding 15
minutes at a time.

Mental - Work at times is highly repetitive and
monotonous. However during set­ups work varies and requires use of machine shop theory.
Setups or machine repair may require improvisation and ingenuity. Reasoning
ability required to interpret complex blueprints and documentation of a
highly technical nature. Must be able to draw valid conclusions from a variety
of abstract and concrete variables. Required to organize workflow for best efficiency.

Visual - Close attention to detail with moderate eye
concentration over long periods of time. Able to read various precision
instruments such as micrometers, calipers, gauges, etc. Must be able to visually check
workpieces for quality.

Pay range: $31.62 to $37.89 LG 10 (2nd shift) 1:00pm to 9:30pm Monday through Friday

Qualifications

EDUCATION/TRAINING

 
Demonstrated ability to read and write English of a level required in
Company shop documents and computer software entry and processing
requirements. Must be capable of applying mathematical operations using
fractions, decimals, trigonometry and geometry as required by cell machining
operations. Generally equivalent to journeyman trade school graduate in the
set-up and operation of Cold/Hot heading machines.

EXPERIENCE

 
Requires 4 years work experience or equivalent skills and knowledge
expertise in the set-up and operation of various Cold/Hot Header machines, tools, and equipment which are
similar or comparable to those used by the Company and which are necessary
to fulfill job requirements. Must have demonstrated the capability to set-up
and operate the Header machines required in the cell to the level of
journeyman. Must have held linear and diameter tolerances to ± .0007, T.I.R. to ± .001 for
threading, etc. Must read precision measuring instruments such as various gauges,
calipers and micrometers as well as engineering diagrams similar or
comparable to those used in machine tooling operations by the Company.