Header Operator 2nd Shift (Finance)

Header Operator 2nd Shift

Belvidere, 826 E MADISON ST, BELVIDERE, Illinois, United States of America Req #2422

Monday, April 21, 2025

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

We are currently recruiting for EXPERIENCED 2nd shift Header Operators.

• Sign on Bonus up to $3,000*
• Training Bonus up to $1,000*
• 2nd Shift Bonus $1.50 per hour
• Quarterly Attendance and Plant Bonus
• 13 Paid Holidays-including week between Christmas and New Years
• 401K + Company Match
• Benefits begin Day 1
• Company paid Short Term Disability Coverage

*Must meet eligibility requirements

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 customer demand. THIS IS A 2nd SHIFT POSITION.

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 blueprints.
• Properly use gauges 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 o record data for SPC, ISO/IATF 16949 documentation.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience

• 3-5 years experience running Headers-Formax Header is a plus!
• HSD/GED or equivalent experience
• Good mechanical aptitude
• Ability to perform basic math
• Experience in training new Operators

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.

Other details

• Job Family Machine Oper - Semi Skilled
• Job Function MNF - Manufacturing
• Pay Type Hourly
• Travel Required No
• Travel % 0
• Telecommute % 0
• Required Education Equivalent Experience