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Tapping Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

Machining General Laborer

Novi, MI ยท On-site

$15 - $18.75/hr

Perform basic drilling and tapping What We're Looking For * Basic mechanical aptitude * Reliable, hands-on, and comfortable with physical work * Willingness to learn and take direction * No prior ...

Machining General Laborer

Novi, MI ยท On-site

$15 - $18.75/hr

Perform basic drilling and tapping What We're Looking For * Basic mechanical aptitude * Reliable, hands-on, and comfortable with physical work * Willingness to learn and take direction * No prior ...

Machine Builder/Assembler

Caledonia, MI ยท On-site

$29 - $33/hr

Perform precision fitting work using techniques such as filing, honing, scraping, drilling, and tapping to achieve proper tolerances and fit. * Utilize precision measuring instruments, including ...

Perform precision fitting work using techniques such as filing, honing, scraping, drilling, and tapping to achieve proper tolerances and fit. * Utilize precision measuring instruments, including ...

Welder

Shelby Township, MI ยท On-site

$18.25 - $24.25/hr

Grinding, deburring, drilling & tapping, sawing. Follow instructions and maintain a clean work area. Key elements : Continuous standing, bending, and kneeling on concrete floor for most of the work ...

Machine Builder/Assembler

Caledonia, MI ยท On-site

$19.75 - $25.50/hr

Perform precision fitting work using techniques such as filing, honing, scraping, drilling, and tapping to achieve proper tolerances and fit. * Utilize precision measuring instruments, including ...

Panel Wireman

Wixom, MI ยท On-site

$22 - $26/hr

Proficiency with hand/power tools and drilling/tapping. * Good communication and teamwork. * Attention to detail and problem-solving skills. Company Description Johnson Service Group, Inc. (JSG) is a ...

Lathe Operator

Stevensville, MI ยท On-site

$18.50 - $24.50/hr

Regularly performs turning, drilling, tapping, de-burring, countersinking, sawing and sanding tasks to drawing specifications on a variety of parts. * Run multiple machines. * Use program and tools ...

Manual Machinist

Sterling Heights, MI ยท On-site

$20.50 - $27.75/hr

Perform layout work, drilling, tapping, boring, and threading * Execute brazing operations as required for assembly or repair * Maintain tight tolerances and ensure high-quality workmanship * Inspect ...

CNC Operator

Clinton Township, MI ยท On-site

$20.25 - $27.75/hr

Regularly performs milling, turning, drilling, and tapping tasks. * Performs inspection of machined products, and documents results. * Completes and maintains paperwork for parts. Competencies

Machine Builder Assembler

Caledonia, MI ยท On-site

$29 - $33/hr

Perform precision fitting work using techniques such as filing, honing, scraping, drilling, and tapping to achieve proper tolerances and fit. * Utilize precision measuring instruments, including ...

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Tapping information

What is tapping?

A Tapping job typically involves operating machinery to drill or cut threads into metal, plastic, or other materials. Workers in this role may use manual or automated tapping machines to ensure precise threading for fasteners, bolts, or assembly components. They must follow technical specifications, inspect finished products for quality, and maintain equipment for optimal performance. Attention to detail and knowledge of machining processes are essential for efficiency and accuracy.

What does a tapping operator do?

As a Tapping Operator, your daily responsibilities usually include setting up and operating tapping machines, monitoring the production process, adjusting machine settings, inspecting finished parts for quality, and performing basic equipment maintenance. You will often work closely with other machine operators, quality assurance personnel, and supervisors to ensure smooth workflow and meet production targets. Attention to detail and the ability to troubleshoot minor equipment issues are key parts of the role. This hands-on work environment requires both technical know-how and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed for tapping?

To excel as a Tapping Operator, you typically need strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and experience with metalworking or industrial machinery. Familiarity with tapping machines, hand tools, blueprint reading, and often a vocational or technical certification are advantageous. Good problem-solving skills, teamwork, and a focus on workplace safety help individuals stand out. These capabilities are vital for maintaining high quality, efficient production, and a safe working environment.

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Secondary Setup Operator (2nd/3rd shift)

Romulus, MI โ€ข On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 15 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Set up production jobs in thread tapping and rolling machines and verify that they run at the required rate while producing parts that meet specifications

  • Troubleshoot errors and make minor adjustments on thread tapping and rolling machines to maintain efficient operation

  • Inspect tooling, replace worn or broken tools, and prepare all required documentation related to production jobs


Job description

Basic Purpose and Objective:
Maintain efficient operation of thread rolling and tapping machines through various troubleshooting methods and procedures.
Core Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Set-up production jobs in thread tapping and rolling machines
    • Remove and clean tooling from thread tapping and rolling machines
    • Install tooling into thread tapping and rolling machines, verifying set-up runs at required rate while making parts that meet all specification requirements
    • Inspect previous job tooling and replace worn/broken tools prior to storage
    • Prepare all required documentation
  • Troubleshoot errors and make minor adjustments on thread tapping and rolling machines to maintain consistent operation at maximum efficiency
  • Change production consumable tooling (taps and dies)
  • Fill and maintain correct concentration of coolant tanks
  • Clean tap shavings and other debris from feed systems and scrap chutes
  • Read job specifications and engineering drawings to determine inspection requirements.
  • Clean machine and work area
  • Housekeeping/6S

Secondary Duties and Responsibilities (As Needed):
  • Perform hourly and process containment dimensional check on threaded parts
  • Collect data for SPC charts and make necessary calculations to complete and fill out all charting.
  • Ability to lift Pierce Nut stock manually, with hoist or lift truck and positions
  • Verify thread dimensions of Pierce Nuts with specifications using the containment pan to assure that non-conforming work pieces are scraped and/or saved for further analysis by the quality department.
  • Visually inspect parts for quality issues
  • Use a computer system to track active production jobs

Physical Demands:
  • Must be able to lift approximately 40 lbs. from floor level to waist, and waist to floor approximately 5 times per hour
  • Must be able to stand approximately 8-10 hrs./day
  • Visual acuity for detailed work
  • Manual dexterity
  • Mechanical ability
  • Able to bend, twist, and squat in sometimes awkward positions for prolonged periods of time while exerting force (pushing or pulling) on hand tools to adjust machine
  • Visual acuity for detailed work

Safety:
  • Follow all safety requirements to avoid injury to self and fellow employees
  • Create and maintain a safe work environment; repair and/or report non-conformances to company safety policies and guidelines
  • Perform the necessary safety requirements to avoid injury to self and fellow employees
  • Demonstrates safe and efficient operating skills of machine shop equipment
  • Housekeeping/6S

Experience Required:
  • The ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, memos and to write simple correspondence.
  • Ability to effectively present information in one on one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
  • Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
  • Ability to understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form, to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situation
  • Mechanical problem solving and/or maintenance background
  • 1 or more years' experience setting new jobs in thread tapping and/or thread rolling machines

Education and Experience Required:
  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
  • One to three months related experience and/or training

Position Type/Expectations of Working Hours:
  • Full time position
  • Regularly scheduled to work 8 - 10 hours a day
  • Must be able to work Monday - Saturday
  • Must reliably attend scheduled shifts

Shifts Available:
  • 2nd Shift Mon. - Fri. 4:30 pm - 3:00 am; Sat. 2 pm - 10 pm*
  • 3rd Shift Mon. - Fri. 7:30 pm - 6 am; Sat. 2 pm - 10 pm*

*Hourly rate shift premium for 2nd and 3rd shift