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Cold Heading Operator Jobs in Ohio (NOW HIRING)

Utility General Labor

Medina, OH · On-site

$14.25 - $17.75/hr

... and cleanouts on our heading and cold forming machines. Due to the nature of the position ... Operating Procedures, Manufacturing Instructions, TS16949/ISO Quality Procedures, and other ...

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How much do cold heading operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for cold heading operator in Ohio is $26.84, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.34 and $29.47 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a cold heading operator?

A Cold Heading Operator is responsible for setting up and running machines that form metal parts without heating them. They load raw materials, adjust machine settings, and inspect finished products to ensure they meet quality standards. This role requires attention to detail, mechanical skills, and an understanding of manufacturing processes. Cold heading is commonly used to produce fasteners like bolts, screws, and rivets. Operators may also perform routine maintenance on machines to ensure efficiency and prevent breakdowns.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a cold heading operator?

As a Cold Heading Operator, your daily tasks generally include setting up and adjusting cold heading machines, monitoring production to ensure parts meet quality specifications, and performing routine maintenance on equipment. You'll frequently measure components using precision tools, document production data, and identify any machine issues or needed repairs. Working closely with quality control and maintenance teams is common, as is following strict safety guidelines. This ensures efficient, high-quality output in a collaborative manufacturing environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a cold heading operator?

To thrive as a Cold Heading Operator, you need strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and experience with operating metalworking machinery, usually demonstrated through a high school diploma or technical training. Familiarity with cold heading machines, measuring instruments like micrometers and calipers, and safety protocols, as well as relevant certifications (such as forklift operation), are often required. Problem-solving skills, teamwork, and a commitment to quality help operators excel in fast-paced manufacturing environments. These abilities ensure efficient production, minimize downtime, and maintain high standards for safety and product quality.

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Journeyman Millwright 1st Shift - $38/hour

Stanley Black & Decker

Lakewood, OH • On-site

$38/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 158 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

350th of 487 rated machine equipment manufacturers


Job description

Journeyman Millwright
Monday-Friday: 6am-2pm
Pay starts at $38/hour
Make Your Mark. Shape Your Future.
STANLEY® Engineered Fastening is the global leader in precision fastening and assembly solutions, with a history spanning nearly 100 years. Our portfolio features industry-leading brands such as Avdel®, Integra™, Nelson®, Optima®, POP®, and Tucker®. We empower engineers in Automotive, Aerospace, and Industrial sectors with innovative products that ensure efficiency, reliability, and quality in manufacturing processes. We pride ourselves on fostering a culture of innovation and creativity. Our skilled team develops, manufactures, and distributes cutting-edge fastening and joining solutions to meet modern engineering and manufacturing challenges.
It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better For Those Who Make The World™. Sound like you? Join us and be part of a company at the forefront of technological evolution, delivering solutions that shape the future of the fastening industry.
What You'll Do
As a Millwright, you'll be part of our Manufacturing Site team located in Lakewood, OH. You'll get to:
  • Install and assemble machinery while following blueprints, schematics, and manuals and test them to make sure they are working correctly
  • Perform welding/machining/fabrication - including fabricating guards, brackets and mounts to hold equipment safely, creating machine parts
  • Ensure machine alignment including precise fitting of bearings, gears and shafts, motors, and couplings
  • Troubleshoot hydraulic, pneumatic and general machinery by running tests, making temporary repairs, fabricating and/or installing new parts
  • Rebuild and/or repair machines or assemblies to original operating conditions.
  • Perform preventive maintenance (including vibration analysis) by identifying and correcting potential issues, removing worn out pieces and lubricating mechanical parts
  • Communicate, discuss and/or review repair problems with Supervision, Engineering, the Tool Room, Production Team Leads or vendors as needed.
  • Use Scaffolding and Aerial lifts
  • Work in in full compliance and following all OSHA guidelines and industry standards for industrial safety

Who You Are
You always strive to do a good job...but wouldn't it be great if you could do your job and do a world of good? You care about quality - at every level. You love to learn and grow and be acknowledged for your valuable contributions. You're not intimidated by innovation. In fact, you embrace it. You also have:
  • Journeyman Millwright Certification required
  • High school education or equivalent. Additional experience, training or formal education is beneficial.
  • Forklift and Rigging Certification for using forklifts or other heavy equipment to move machinery
  • Familiar with cold heading, hot forging, grinding, CNC and roll thread equipment a plus
  • Working knowledge and skills in operating a variety of small hand tools and devices
  • Must be self-motivated, safety and quality conscious, and must work efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to read, write, and understand written specifications, procedures and prints.
  • Must possess good organizational and communication skills.
  • Must possess excellent mechanical aptitude and above average hand dexterity.
  • Ability to use various measuring devices (torque wrench, micrometers, calipers, dial indicators etc.)
  • Must be able to operate basic maintenance equipment (saw, crane, shear, tow motor, roller, etc.)
  • Be able to lift up to 75 pounds, bends, twists & turns, reach lower than knee, push and pull, squat and kneel.

What You'll Receive
You'll receive a competitive salary and a great benefits plan:
  • Medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off and tuition reimbursement.
  • Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.

What's more, you'll get that pride that comes from empowering makers, doers, protectors and everyday heroes all over the world. We're more than the #1 tools and storage company, with a leading presence in engineered fastening. We're visionaries. Industry 4.0 innovators. As successful as we've been in the past, we have so much further to go. That's where you come in. Join us!
All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran's status or any other protected characteristic.
We Don't Just Build The World, We Build Innovative Technology Too.
Joining the Stanley Black & Decker team means working in an innovative, tech-driven and highly collaborative team environment supported by over 43,500 professionals in 60 countries across the globe. Here, you'll get the unique chance to impact some of the world's most iconic brands including STANLEY TOOLS, DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, MAC TOOLS and Black + Decker. Your ideas and solutions have the potential to reach millions of customers as we work together to write the next chapter in our history. Come build with us and take your career to new heights.
Who We Are
We're the World's largest tool company. We're industry visionaries. We're solving problems and advancing the manufacturing trade through innovative technology and our Industry 4.0 Initiative. We are committed to ensuring our state-of-the-art "smart factory" products and services provide greater quality to our customers & greater environmental and social value to our planet. We are unique in that we have a rich and storied history dating back to 1843, but that hasn't stopped us from evolving into a vibrant, diverse, global growth company.
Benefits & Perks
You'll get a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits plan that includes medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, retirement benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Paid Time Off, including paid vacation, holidays & personal days, and tuition reimbursement. And, of course, discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and products and well as discount programs for many other vendors and partners.
What You'll Also Get
Career Opportunity: Career paths aren't linear here. Being part of our global company with 60+ brands gives you the chance to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.
Learning & Development:
Our lifelong learning philosophy means you'll have access to a wealth of state-of-the-art learning resources, including our Lean Academy and online university (where you can get certificates and specializations from renowned colleges and universities).
Diverse & Inclusive Culture:
We pride ourselves on being an awesome place to work. We respect and embrace differences because that's how the best work gets done. You'll find we like to have fun here, too.
Purpose-Driven Company:
You'll help us continue to make positive changes in the local communities where we work and live as well as in the broader world through volunteerism, giving back and sustainable business practices.
EEO Statement:
All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran's status or any other protected characteristic.
If you require reasonable accommodation to complete an application or access our website, please contact us at (860) 827-3923 or at accommodations@sbdinc.com. Due to volume, we cannot respond to unrelated inquiries about the status of a completed application or resetting an account password.
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