Eastridge Workforce Solutions is a leading provider of workforce management solutions, committed to connecting skilled professionals with meaningful career opportunities. We are seeking a Cold Header Operator for our client, a premier aerospace fastener company in Chandler, AZ. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in cold heading operations.

Job Summary: The Cold Header Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and controlling a specific range of cold heading equipment, including 1 die, 2 blow headers. You will need to operate machines such as Waterbury Farrel, Nakishimada, and 1D2B heading machines. The role requires reading and understanding tooling requirements from shop work orders and using standard measuring tools with .0002" accuracy. You will also need to read and interpret complex drawings, including hydraulic and pneumatic schematic drawings and symbols.

Key Responsibilities:

• Produce conforming aerospace parts according to Work Order instructions—non-commercial or automotive parts.
• Run jobs/work orders within the setup and run rates specified for each job.
• Set up and operate machines as indicated by the Manager or lineup sheet, ensuring features meet Job Card or drawing specifications.
• Select or create the appropriate tools, set up the machine, and verify that features meet Job Card specifications. Verification to be done by Lead Man, QA, or Manager.
• Inspect parts regularly, recording readings according to the Company’s Quality Manual.
• Operate multiple machines, ensuring quality control is maintained.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, including daily and weekly cleaning of machines.
• Perform basic preventive maintenance as outlined in the Preventive Maintenance Guide.
• Follow all company safety rules to ensure a safe working environment.
• Perform additional duties as required or directed.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proficiency in English, both written and spoken, to perform job duties as described.
• Ability to regularly lift and handle parts trays weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Competence in completing necessary paperwork to finalize work orders and instructions.

Benefits:

• 401(k) with matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program

Eastridge Workforce Solutions is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Please note that Eastridge is unable to provide visa sponsorship to applicants.

Certain clients require Eastridge to perform background checks and Eastridge will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds.

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