Header - Setup Operator MUST HAVE HEADER EXPERIENCE

Driv Sycamore Facility
Sycamore, IL

COMPANY DESCRIPTION Founded in 1940, Driv-Lok is a world leader and preferred manufacturer of fastening and joining component solutions.** DRIV-LOK**helps engineers, product designers and assembly managers achieve up to 50% lower assembly costs. DRIV-LOK applies a proven methodology for identifying fastening solutions that reduce costs, promote safety and efficiency, and enhance product performance.

We are currently expanding to bring more innovation and high-performance solutions to our growing customer base.Join our collaborative, forward-looking team and help us build on our current success, find new and creative ways to solve problems, bring value to our customers, and be part of helping us achieve our goal as a leader in the metal manufacturing.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Operate Header machines to produce manufactured product that meets quality requirements.

POSITION EXPECTATIONS AND JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES:

  • The ability to monitor the Header machines assigned.
  • Must be able to interpret shop drawings.
  • Must learn to select proper materials, make adjustments, select proper tools, and do minor machine maintenance.
  • Responsible for the daily lubrication of assigned machines.
  • Must learn and understand the proper use of various precision measuring instruments.
  • Understands how to document and move materials to the next operation.
  • Learn and perform all record keeping responsibilities, such as attribute & SPC charting, lot splits and job card/scanner input, and Suspect sheets.
  • Understands what is required to meet specifications of a quality product.
  • Minor problem solving and ability to work with supervisor, engineering, maintenance and various other departments.
  • Maintain good housekeeping in assigned area.
  • Additional duties as assigned by Supervisor or his/her designee.
  • Ability to monitor and maintain other machines as business dictates.

QUALITIES NEEDED

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Read, write and simple shop mathematics. High school diploma or equivalent is required. Typically have the equivalent of 1 to 3 years’ related experience.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Must be flexible in work assignments and be able to work cooperatively as a team member and demonstrate respect and courtesy to all internal and external customers.

COMPUTER SKILLS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to learn to operate the computer systems used at Driv-Lok.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts in a factory environment with noise, oil, and smoke.

The employee will be working with Automatic machines, precision measuring instruments, hand and fork lift trucks, scoops, weight scales, and copy machine.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, feel; reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, push, pull, bend, and stand a majority of the shift.

JOB AND BENEFITS SUMMARY

BENEFITS

Financial:

401(k) and 401(k) matching

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Referral program

Healthcare:

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Employee Well-Being and Development:

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Tuition reimbursement

You should be proficient in:

  • Equipment Troubleshooting
  • Troubleshooting Skills
  • Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
  • Machine Setups for Production Runs
  • Excellent Communication Skills
  • Shop Math Skills
  • Blueprint Reading
Posted 2026-03-30

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