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Header Operator 1st and 2nd Shift

Fontana Fasteners

Belvidere, ILJob$21–36/hrPosted 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago
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Compensation
$21–36/hr
Location
Belvidere, IL
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

Job overview

Fontana Fasteners is hiring a Header Operator 1st and 2nd Shift. Fontana Fasteners is seeking experienced Header Operators for 1st and 2nd shifts. The role involves setting up and operating multi-die headers with minimal supervision, reading blueprints, inspecting parts, and troubleshooting to meet production deadlines. The company offers competitive compensation and benefits, including hourly pay, weekly overtime, and bonus programs.

Key focus areas include Operate equipment and perform complex machine set up as required, Setup, adjust, and operate equipment as trained in a safe manner, and Determine tooling adjustments needed to maintain proper set-ups on multiple header sizes and types.

Successful candidates bring 3-5 Years Formax Headers Experience and HSD/GED. Important skills include Operate Multi-Die Headers, Set Up Multi-Die Headers, Read Blueprints, Inspect Parts, Troubleshoot, and Operate Equipment.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Operate Multi-Die HeadersSet Up Multi-Die HeadersRead BlueprintsInspect PartsTroubleshootOperate EquipmentPerform Complex Machine Set UpAdjust EquipmentDetermine Tooling AdjustmentsUse GagesUse Quality ToolsPerform First Piece InspectionsMonitor QualityMake Adjustments to Maintain Quality StandardsPerform Minor Preventative MaintenanceComplete Tracking DocumentsRecord Data for SPCRecord Data for ISO/IATF 16949 DocumentationMechanical AptitudeBasic Math

Qualifications

3-5 Years Experience Running Formax HeadersHSD/GED or Equivalent Experience

Benefits

401(k) Match
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off

Full job description

We are currently recruiting for EXPERIENCED Header Operators.

We believe our employees are the reason for our success, and our compensation and benefits are designed to reflect that belief. EXPERIENCED OPERATORS can earn:

  • Hourly Pay up to $36.00 per hour

  • Weekly OT available

  • Quarterly Attendance and Plant Metrics Bonus Programs

  • 13 Paid Holidays-including week between Christmas and New Years

  • 401K + Company Match

  • Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits begin Day 1

  • Company paid Short Term Disability Coverage

We believe our employees are the reason for our success, and our compensation and benefits are designed to reflect that belief.

Position Summary

Ability to set up and operate a variety of multi-die headers with little to no supervision. Must be able to read blueprints, inspect parts using a variety of quality tools and gauges, and troubleshoot as needed to run quality parts to meet customers deadline. Positions open on 1st and 2nd shift.

Responsibilities

  • Operate equipment and perform complex machine set up as required.

  • Setup, adjust, and operate equipment as trained in a safe manner.

  • Ability to determine tooling adjustments needed to maintain proper set-ups on multiple header sizes and types.

  • Read and understand blue prints.

  • Properly use gages and other quality tools to ensure production of good parts.

  • Perform first piece inspections, monitor the quality of all parts, and make adjustments to maintain quality standards.

  • Perform minor preventative maintenance, complete all required tracking documents.

  • Perform the duties required to record data for SPC, ISO/IATF 16949 documentation.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience

  • Minimum 3-5 years experience running Formax Headers

  • HSD/GED or equivalent experience

  • Good mechanical aptitude

  • Ability to perform basic math

We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, marital status, handicap, genetic infiltration, disability or status as a veteran. Fontana reserves the right to require a drug screening at any time during the employment process.

Job Details

Job Family Machine Oper - Semi Skilled

Job Function MNF - Manufacturing

Pay Type Hourly

Education Level Equivalent Experience

Travel Required No

Hiring Min Rate 21 USD

Hiring Max Rate 36 USD

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