Thread Roll Setup Operator

Company Description

ITW Shakeproof serves major automotive OEMs and their tier suppliers with metal, cold-headed fasteners totaling approximately $160m in revenue.  In addition to ITW’s industry leading research and development capabilities, ITW Shakeproof enhances our customers’ competitive advantage by:

·         Maintaining advanced engineering and manufacturing facilities in North America.

·         Exchanging product, process, and benchmarking information with sister units worldwide.

·         Continually improving processes, material, and designs to ensure every product exceeds customer specifications while providing unparalleled value.

We are currently seeking thread rolling set-up operators on 1st and 2nd shift. 

Job Description

·         Compiles dimensions of stock, sequence of machining operations, and type and size of thread from charts and specifications

·         Selects, installs, and adjusts threading die, die cutters, chamfering tools, feed grips, pressure tripping mechanism, cams, gears and pulleys. 

·         Sets feed rails, parts bowl, and roller sorter to ensure quality parts.

·         Adjusts speed control knobs to synchronize transfer and ejection of stock with machine action.

·         Selects correct SEMS components (washers) and loads into machine.

·         Complies with all safety regulations and TS161949 policies.

·         Verifies dimensions of workpieces with specifications.  Modifies and grinds thread roll dies as necessary.

·         Maintains, oils, and cleans machines on a regular basis.  Drains and cleans oil trays; dumps scrap and sweeps floors to maintain housekeeping standards.

·         Recognize and inspect quality issues and troubleshoots process or quality issues with engineers to correct and document.

·         Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

·         High School diploma or the equivalent required; Associates degree preferred

·         5 years’ experience using Thread Rolling machines

·         Strong mechanical aptitude

·         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.

·         Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

·         Understanding and compliance with safety rules and regulations

·         Strong verbal and written communication skills

Additional Information

We are an equal employment opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.