Job Description:

• 1) Sets up and operates machine that automatically performs multioperations, such as roll-threading, heading, slotting, slitting, or shearing to form chain or produce fasteners, such as bolts and rivets, from hot or cold metal rod or wire: Selects, installs, and aligns dies, rolls, cutting tools, guides, and stops to set up machine, using handtools and measuring instruments.

• 2) Sets controls to synchronize machine actions for various operations on workpiece in specified sequence.

• 3) Positions coil of metal wire or rod on feed spindle and threads it through straightening rolls into feed mechanism; or inserts end of heated rod into feed mechanism.

• 4) Starts machine to produce sample product and measures for conformance with specifications, using measuring instruments.

• 5) Adjusts settings of dies on controls, as required, to obtain product meeting specifications and quality standards.

• 6) Starts machine to begin production and observes machine operations for evidence of malfunction and products for defects.

• 7) May be designated according to type of product produced, as Bolt-Machine Operator; Chain-Forming-Machine Operator; Rivet Maker.

• 8) May be known according to whether metal is heated or cold forged, as Cold-Header Operator; Hot-Header Operator.