Madison Heights, MI · On-site
$25 - $29/hr
Operate and monitor Sacma and National cold heading machines to produce parts to specification and schedule. * Perform routine quality checks with gauges and measuring tools to ensure customer ...
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Madison Heights, MI · On-site
$25 - $29/hr
Operate and monitor Sacma and National cold heading machines to produce parts to specification and schedule. * Perform routine quality checks with gauges and measuring tools to ensure customer ...
$25 - $29/hr
This individual will be responsible for operating and monitoring multi-station cold heading equipment, including Sacma and National machines, to produce quality fasteners and components while ...
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$25 - $29/hr
This individual will be responsible for operating and monitoring multi-station cold heading equipment, including Sacma and National machines, to produce quality fasteners and components while ...
Rochester Hills, MI · On-site
$28/hr
This role is responsible for operating cold heading machines to produce high-volume fasteners and precision components used in the automotive industry. This is a great opportunity for individuals ...
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Rochester Hills, MI · On-site
$28/hr
This role is responsible for operating cold heading machines to produce high-volume fasteners and precision components used in the automotive industry. This is a great opportunity for individuals ...
Utica, MI · On-site
$20 - $28/hr
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Retirement
... heading, rolling, heat treating, plating, coating, packaging, and distributing. Employees at MNP ... About the role of a Cold Header Operator : Bolt makers, header operators, and roller operators are ...
Utica, MI · On-site
$20 - $28/hr
Medical
Dental
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Life
Retirement
... heading, rolling, heat treating, plating, coating, packaging, and distributing. Employees at MNP ... About the role of a Cold Header Operator : Bolt makers, header operators, and roller operators are ...
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
... heading, rolling, heat treating, plating, coating, packaging, and distributing. Employees at MNP ... About the role of a Cold Header Operator : Bolt makers, header operators, and roller operators are ...
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
... heading, rolling, heat treating, plating, coating, packaging, and distributing. Employees at MNP ... About the role of a Cold Header Operator : Bolt makers, header operators, and roller operators are ...
Utica, MI · On-site
$20 - $28/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
... heading, rolling, heat treating, plating, coating, packaging, and distributing. Employees at MNP ... About the role of a Cold Header Operator: Bolt makers, header operators, and roller operators are ...
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Utica, MI · On-site
$20 - $28/hr
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Dental
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Life
Retirement
... heading, rolling, heat treating, plating, coating, packaging, and distributing. Employees at MNP ... About the role of a Cold Header Operator: Bolt makers, header operators, and roller operators are ...
Waterford, MI · On-site
Attention to detail is required Education and Experience Required: * 3 years of cold heading experience or die assembly/repair in a cold heading environment. * Basic computer skills; email, Microsoft ...
Waterford, MI · On-site
Attention to detail is required Education and Experience Required: * 3 years of cold heading experience or die assembly/repair in a cold heading environment. * Basic computer skills; email, Microsoft ...
... in the Cold Heading department. This role ensures machines are properly configured per job setup sheets ahead of scheduled runs, inspects and refurbishes tooling returning from production, and ...
... in the Cold Heading department. This role ensures machines are properly configured per job setup sheets ahead of scheduled runs, inspects and refurbishes tooling returning from production, and ...
$26 - $31/hr
High school diploma * 3+ years of cold heading experience or die assembly/repair experience * Must be able to work Monday to Friday 6am to 4pm * Able to read and understand prints and disassembler ...
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$26 - $31/hr
High school diploma * 3+ years of cold heading experience or die assembly/repair experience * Must be able to work Monday to Friday 6am to 4pm * Able to read and understand prints and disassembler ...
Operating understanding of cold heading machines. * Set up and operate Formax 34's, 44's, 54's. * Remove and Install Punch & Die Packs, Transfer, and Dies as needed (Rough In Changeover). * Set-up ...
Operating understanding of cold heading machines. * Set up and operate Formax 34's, 44's, 54's. * Remove and Install Punch & Die Packs, Transfer, and Dies as needed (Rough In Changeover). * Set-up ...
Operating understanding of cold heading machines. * Set up and operate Formax 34's, 44's, 54's. * Remove and Install Punch & Die Packs, Transfer, and Dies as needed (Rough In Changeover). * Set-up ...
Operating understanding of cold heading machines. * Set up and operate Formax 34's, 44's, 54's. * Remove and Install Punch & Die Packs, Transfer, and Dies as needed (Rough In Changeover). * Set-up ...
Sterling Heights, MI · On-site
Operating understanding of cold heading machines. * Set up and operate Formax 34's, 44's, 54's. * Remove and Install Punch & Die Packs, Transfer, and Dies as needed (Rough In Changeover). * Set-up ...
Sterling Heights, MI · On-site
Operating understanding of cold heading machines. * Set up and operate Formax 34's, 44's, 54's. * Remove and Install Punch & Die Packs, Transfer, and Dies as needed (Rough In Changeover). * Set-up ...
Sterling Heights, MI · On-site
Operating understanding of cold heading machines. * Set up and operate Formax 34's, 44's, 54's. * Remove and Install Punch & Die Packs, Transfer, and Dies as needed (Rough In Changeover). * Set-up ...
Sterling Heights, MI · On-site
Operating understanding of cold heading machines. * Set up and operate Formax 34's, 44's, 54's. * Remove and Install Punch & Die Packs, Transfer, and Dies as needed (Rough In Changeover). * Set-up ...
Utica, MI · On-site
$20/hr
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Dental
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Life
Retirement
Boltmakers, header operators, and roller operators are considered experienced if they have 2 years or more experience in operating and setting up specific cold heading equipment. Experienced ...
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Utica, MI · On-site
$20/hr
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Life
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Boltmakers, header operators, and roller operators are considered experienced if they have 2 years or more experience in operating and setting up specific cold heading equipment. Experienced ...
$15.50 - $18.50/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
Boltmakers, header operators , and roller operators are considered experienced if they have 2 years or more experience in operating and setting up specific cold heading equipment. Experienced ...
$15.50 - $18.50/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
Boltmakers, header operators , and roller operators are considered experienced if they have 2 years or more experience in operating and setting up specific cold heading equipment. Experienced ...
Utica, MI · On-site
$20/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
Boltmakers, header operators , and roller operators are considered experienced if they have 2 years or more experience in operating and setting up specific cold heading equipment. Experienced ...
Utica, MI · On-site
$20/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
Boltmakers, header operators , and roller operators are considered experienced if they have 2 years or more experience in operating and setting up specific cold heading equipment. Experienced ...
$15.50 - $20/hr
While not required, prior experience in forging, metal forming processes, machine repair/maintenance, or cold heading is preferred. Candidates must be able to manage a fast paced schedule that ...
$15.50 - $20/hr
While not required, prior experience in forging, metal forming processes, machine repair/maintenance, or cold heading is preferred. Candidates must be able to manage a fast paced schedule that ...
Royal Oak, MI · On-site
$15.50 - $20/hr
While not required, prior experience in forging, metal forming processes, machine repair/maintenance, or cold heading is preferred. Candidates must be able to manage a fast paced schedule that ...
Royal Oak, MI · On-site
$15.50 - $20/hr
While not required, prior experience in forging, metal forming processes, machine repair/maintenance, or cold heading is preferred. Candidates must be able to manage a fast paced schedule that ...
Madison Heights, MI · On-site
$20/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
... heading, rolling, heat treating, plating, coating, packaging, and distributing. Employees at MNP ... and become qualified Cold Header or Thread Roller Operators. Experienced header and roller ...
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Madison Heights, MI · On-site
$20/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
... heading, rolling, heat treating, plating, coating, packaging, and distributing. Employees at MNP ... and become qualified Cold Header or Thread Roller Operators. Experienced header and roller ...
Utica, MI · On-site
$20/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
... heading, rolling, heat treating, plating, coating, packaging, and distributing. Employees at MNP ... and become qualified Cold Header or Thread Roller Operators. Experienced header and roller ...
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Utica, MI · On-site
$20/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
... heading, rolling, heat treating, plating, coating, packaging, and distributing. Employees at MNP ... and become qualified Cold Header or Thread Roller Operators. Experienced header and roller ...
$15.05 - $18
13% of jobs
$19.74 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$18 - $20.96
21% of jobs
The median wage is $23.82 / hr.
$20.96 - $23.92
17% of jobs
$23.92 - $26.87
18% of jobs
$28.03 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$26.87 - $29.83
17% of jobs
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As a Cold Heading operator, you’ll typically work with metal wire or rods made of materials like steel, brass, or aluminum to produce fasteners such as bolts, screws, rivets, and pins. Your day-to-day tasks involve setting up and running cold heading machines, inspecting finished components, and performing routine maintenance. The fast-paced manufacturing environment often requires collaboration with quality control staff, maintenance teams, and supervisors to ensure products meet specifications. This role provides exposure to a variety of metal-forming techniques, which can lay a solid foundation for advancing into supervisory, quality assurance, or technical specialist roles over time.
To thrive in Cold Heading, you need strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and experience with metalworking or machine operation, often acquired through vocational training or on-the-job experience. Familiarity with cold heading machines, measuring instruments such as micrometers and calipers, and safety protocols is typically required. Strong problem-solving skills, teamwork, and effective communication help you adapt to production demands and collaborate efficiently with colleagues. These skills ensure high-quality output, minimize machine downtime, and support a safe, efficient manufacturing environment.
A Cold Heading job involves operating machinery that shapes metal parts without using heat, typically for manufacturing fasteners like bolts, screws, and rivets. Workers feed metal wire or rods into specialized machines that apply high-pressure forces to form the desired shape. This role requires mechanical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to troubleshoot machine issues. Cold heading is a crucial process in mass production, ensuring strong and precise metal components.
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Posted 12 days ago
Picture this: you clock in for 2nd shift, walk the production floor, and take command of a multi-station cold header—Sacma or National—dialed in to form precision fasteners and components. You keep the machines humming, watch the quality, and move parts through to spec, all while following strict safety practices and production targets. And yes—there’s a 5% shift premium for your 2nd shift expertise.
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11 - 50 Employees
Troy, MI, US
2016
