Heading Operator

Location: Winsted, Ct

Hourly Salary: $ 22.50

About SKF:

SKF, reducing friction since 1907, re-imagining rotation for a better tomorrow!

SKF is an industry-leading manufacturer that has been a cornerstone in industrial life. Wherever there are machines or products in motion, SKF bearings are there to reduce friction. SKF drives the industries that support our way of life, powers the machines that put food on the table, and even helps explore the cosmos.

Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. SKF is on pace to decarbonize all its production facilities by 2030.

We’re guided by our SKF values. Collaboration is critical to the success of our colleagues, partners, and customers. Curiosity and Courage provide a foundation for innovation and advancement. And we do this work out of Care for our people, customers, communities, and the planet.

We’re a company committed to a culture of belonging, where all our people are encouraged to be themselves and grow their careers in an equitable environment.

Learn about SKF at www.skf.com.

Responsibilities:

• Process product to specifications, including cleaning & weigh/count, and to schedules provided
• Operate induction heater & box furnace for hot forged product and assure thermal equipment & instrumentation are calibrated and chart recorders are operating
• Utilize & maintain insulated containers, as required
• Assure raw material selected is properly released and confirm wire/rod size
• Assure raw material heat matches manufacturing router
• Set up & operate headers, perform adjustments and sharpen/polish tooling
• Perform in-process inspections, including dimensional measurement, visual inspection & ball weight
• Report processing information clearly and accurately on routers and process log sheets
• Perform assigned repairs and Preventive Maintenance
• Assure applicable inspection/processing equipment is in calibration before use
• Plot results on control charts when required
• Maintain items in Tooling Control Program
• Identify and segregate and initiate Discrepancy Reports for nonconforming product
• Contact supervision immediately to report equipment problems
• Assure lot traceability
• Perform any and all tasks assigned by department Manager 
• Read new and revised specifications when mandated
• Participate in the Cross Training program and work
• Cover for vacations as needed in other trained areas

Requirements:

• Varied postures – sitting, standing, leaning forward, turning side to side
• Transports product from heading to heat treat / annealing occasionally thru the week
• Use of Hand Carts – pushing
• Sitting, walking in general pushing, carrying or lifting up to max. 50 lbs occasionally
• Standing generally
• Lifting individual tooling occasionally
• Previous experience in manufacturing process

What You’ll Love About SKF:

Rest and Relaxation. Enjoy a generous PTO policy and 13 paid holidays.

Work/Life Integration. SKF supports work/life integration, home, family, community, personal well-being and health. 

Diversity in the Workplace.  At SKF, we strive to embed Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in everything we do. By developing a culture of belonging, our people can flourish; leading to an inclusive, equitable environment that promotes leadership, engagement and innovation.

Best in Class Benefits. SKF cares about the wellbeing of our employees. Comprehensive healthcare options to fit your needs and opt out payment.  Added benefits include company paid life insurance, STD, LTD. Supplemental benefits include critical illness coverage, tuition reimbursement, employee discount programs, and much more!

Bonus. SKF offers STVS (Short Term Variable Salary) or Sales Incentive based on company performance and at the discretion of management.