Header Operator  

Job Summary  

American NTN Bearing Manufacturing Corporation is looking for a Header Operator for a client in Elgin, IL.  In this position, you will be responsible for the operation of production equipment to include loading materials, perform quality checks, and troubleshooting machines.

Responsibilities  

  • Must be able to operate hoist/crane. (Capacity -2.5 ton.)  

  • Daily Crane Inspection

  • Daily Header Machine Inspection

  • Load Two ton coil

  • Point wire end, feed wire through to wire draw machine to header machine

  • Inspect Wire. (Before feed/After feed)

  • Do Tooling adjustments, run machine to make samples

  • Quality check of Ball. (Use point micrometer, microscope, etching procedure)

  • Fill out Daily report

  • Use barcode system to issue  wire on machine & do completions

  • Use Hand jack/Forklift to transport material

  • Perform Tooling change- Quill, Cutter, Heading die, Finger change  

  • Type change for different size

  • Machine Trouble Shooting

  • Machine Maintenance

  • Turn on Coolant, Air, and Mist collector

  •  5S/3D

  • Need to run three header machines per person

 Skills and Abilities   

  • Read and measure using gauges, following quality standards & work instructions 

  • Ability to solve practical problems as they apply to production machinery 

  • Communicate well with others  

  • Basic Arithmetic 

  • Competent in reading and writing English  

Education and/or Experience   

  • This job requires a high school diploma or general education degree (GED).  

  • Previous Manufacturing Experience Preferred 

 Physical Requirements   

  • Physically move objects safely by using proper lifting techniques.  

  Benefits  

  • A comprehensive benefits package to include Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance, Prescription coverage, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation, Holiday Pay, 401k Retirement Plan as well as company paid uniforms and more!

To learn more about this opportunity, give us a call at 847-622-4544.

Note: Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

American NTN Bearing Manufacturing Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. You will be considered for this position based upon your experience and education, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, ancestry; marital, disabled, or veteran status. We are committed to creating and maintaining a workforce environment that is free from any form of discrimination or harassment.