Header Operations

Milton, ON, Canada ● Regional Municipality of Halton, ON, Canada Req #3670

Monday, April 15, 2024

Who We Are & What We Do

The Hillman Group services a wide variety of customers in the Automotive, Industrial, Retail and Agricultural channels. We have products in Home Depot, Lowes, Canadian Tire, Walmart and more Have you ever done any home improvement projects? If so, you likely know our products.

The Hillman Group Canada employs over 700 employees in 2 manufacturing facilities and 7 distribution facilities across Canada. We have a great group of professionals whose dedication and teamwork form the backbone of our company.

Summary

The Header Operator is responsible for ensuring that heading machines are properly set up in order to ensure smooth production runs.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepares heading machine for operation, cleaning the machine, loading and unloading wire spools and changes draw dies.
• Draws wire, sets-up punches, and cuts pins
• Changes dies and sharpens or changes knives and quills
• Adjusts the timing of blows and transfers.
• Tests the machine operation during set up.
• Fills machines with oil and greases machines.
• Trouble shoots problems during runs, replacing pins, springs and worn tools.
• Inspects product to complete quality checks on parts, measuring and recording dimensions.
• Completes inspection reports.
• Empties pans of parts to bins or replaces bins on conveyor machines.
• Maintains a clean and safe work area.
• Comply with company policies and procedures.
• Support and follow internal health & safety programs and protocols.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• Secondary school diploma or higher.
• 2-5 years’ experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Certified forklift license is an asset.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• Must have good math skills and an eye for detail.
• Familiarity with tool and diemaking, and cold-heading process.
• Ability to read blueprints is an asset.
• Working knowledge of machine tools ie. Drill Press, Milling Machine etc.
• Knowledge of SPC and ISO/QS 9000 is an asset

If you are interested in joining a fun and collaborative work environment, apply today

We are committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process. Upon request, we will, in consultation with the applicant, determine the nature of any accommodation that may be required.

The Hillman Group Canada ULC

• Regional Municipality of Halton, ON, Canada