Cold Header Operator - 2026

Start a career and be your best - Join the team at SFS!

We are seeking someone who is hands-on and mechanically inclined to join our GROWING team as a Cold Forming Operator in Medina, Ohio! The Cold Forming Operator is responsible for safely operating Cold Forming equipment, producing high-quality components, performing inspections, and supporting daily production goals. Start a new career at our state-of-the-art production plant where we manufacture safety components for the US automotive industry! This is a full-time opportunity Monday thru Friday starting at $23.00

Cold Header Operator Benefits:

• Shift premiums starting at 7%
• Comprehensive on-the-job-training
• Yearly company-wide profit sharing
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Safety shoe and glasses reimbursement
• Benefits: medical, vision, and dental, 401K retirement, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Short/Long term disability, paid time off, paid holidays, life insurance, paid uniforms
• Employee development and opportunities for training and growth within the company

Cold Header Operator Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED
• Willingness to learn
• Mechanical aptitude
• At least 3 year of experience operating machines; cold forming machinery experience highly preferred
• Ability to meet all post offer testing requirements including background check and drug screen

Cold Header Operator Primary Responsibilities:

• Receive training from lead person and engineering on how to interpret machine prints and product dimension specification for production
• Safely operate Cold Forming machines and production equipment
• Operate 2 to 6 station heading machines
• Perform machine set-ups operation, and shutdown procedures and diameter changes
• Monitor equipment performance and identify process abnormalities.
• Maintain production output while meeting quality and customer requirements.
• Follow work instructions, production schedules, and process documentation
• Maintain accurate production and quality records.
• Perform first piece, last piece, and in-process inspections
• Complete required quality documentation and production system entries.
• Load and identify production materials according to specifications
• Enter data in production system for quality tracking
• Perform machine adjustments and maintenance as needed
• First and last piece inspections
• Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
• Must follow safe work practices and report safety concerns
• Is committed to cleanliness, preventive maintenance and proper use of assigned equipment
• Must attend training/classes for cold forming technology, quality, safety and others

SFS Group is a global, Swiss-owned company with a unique culture centered on learning and teamwork. Employees are provided opportunities for cooperation and knowledge exchange with colleagues worldwide including participation in international exchange programs.

We want you to be a part of our team! If interested, apply above.