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Job TitleSets up and operates single or a multiple station die forming machine, thread roller (stand alone or integrated on former), perform dimensional inspection on tooling and formed product, and perform SPC zone control on all processes by performing the following duties.Specific Duties and ResponsibilitiesRead job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material requirementsSet stops or guides to specified length as indicated by scale, rule, or templatePosition dies, transfers fingers, thread dies into the machine against stops and/or align tooling to specified positionsMake the necessary machine adjustments to form the product within specification and problem solves the situation to determine corrective action if neededOperate all machines as required to manufacture the product to specified tolerancesObserves machine operation to detect a work piece defect or machine malfunction with the uses of integrated load monitors and SPC zone control techniquesMeasures work piece dimensions to determine accuracy of machine operationHelp design tooling with the assistance of the engineerPerforms minor machine maintenance such as oiling some machines, changing dies, or replacing light machine componentPerform research and development tasks to develop new cold form productsSet up machines, and stack, mark, pack, and transport finished the product with Hi ? Lo, w eigh out and tag formed the productSafetyFollow all safety requirements to avoid injury to self and fellow employeesCreate and maintain a safe work environment; repair and/or report non-conformances to company safety policies and guidelinesPerform the necessary safety requirements to avoid injury to self and fellow employeesDemonstrates safe and efficient operating skills of machine shop equipmentHousekeeping/6SWork EnvironmentUn-airconditioned, well ventilated manufacturing facilityPhysical DemandsAble to regularly walk and stand for 10 hours a dayAbility to lift fifty (50) pounds from time to timeMust be able to work in an un-air conditioned, well ventilated and/or air-conditioned shop environmentVisual acuity for detailed workManual dexterityMechanical abilityAble to bend, twist, and squat in sometimes awkward positions for prolonged periods of time while exerting force (pushing or pulling) on hand tools to adjust machineEducation and Experience RequiredHigh school diploma or GED5- 15 years of Header experiencePosition Type/Expectations of Working HoursFull time positionRegularly scheduled to work 10 hours a dayMust be able to work Monday - Saturday