Thread Rolling Process Specialist

Make precision your mission

Do you look at a machine and immediately wonder how to make it safer, faster, and more consistent? At Keystone Threaded Products in Valley View, OH, we’ve spent more than a century turning raw bar into essential threaded components—parts trusted in streetlights, garage door openers, C‑clamps, guard rails, aircraft, elevators, and aluminum wheels. We’re ISO 9001 certified, family‑owned since 1920, and we believe everything is Figureoutable.

Your mission

Own the roll‑threading process. Set up, run, and refine thread rolling operations so each job meets specification, hits piece‑per‑hour standards, and keeps uptime high. You’ll be the person who notices the small things—heat number traceability, die wear, a tweak to pressure that tightens SPC—and who speaks up early to keep schedules on track.

Outcomes you’ll drive

• Safe, expert operation and care of thread rolling machines
• Strict adherence to safety rules and the Keystone Quality Policy
• Maximized operating hours with clean changeovers and ready‑next setups
• 2‑Second Lean improvements that remove waste and simplify work
• Accurate data trail: ERP entries for set‑up, run time, counts, downtime, maintenance, training
• SPC recorded and verified; thread integrity confirmed against spec
• Every container tagged before production; flawless material and heat number segregation
• Equipment left standard‑ready; WIP moved with full labels and traceability

Readiness checklist

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent experience
• Comfort with Microsoft Office and accurate data entry
• Blueprint and spec interpretation skills; familiar with tooling instructions and standard charts
• Ability to adjust for material, tooling, machine, or program variables
• Troubleshooter who recommends sound corrective actions
• Measurement proficiency: micrometers, verniers, calipers, comparator, gauges (including go/no‑go), pins, nuts, tape
• Excellent attendance, punctuality, and work ethic
• Independent contributor who elevates the team through continuous improvement

What the work demands

• Standing and bending through the shift
• Lifting 40–50 lbs; pushing/pulling up to ~200 lbs
• Operating the overhead crane safely for bars and workpieces
• Willingness to work overtime at the Operations Manager’s request

Schedule and pay

• Primary: First shift, Monday–Friday
• Alternate: Second shift, Monday–Thursday, 3:00 p.m.–1:30 a.m.
• Compensation depends on experience and knowledge; roll‑threading background is welcome but not required

How we work together

We’re a tight‑knit crew that mentors, teaches, and learns from one another. Team mentality, a teacher’s heart, patience, a strong work ethic, humor, and confidence are key. If you thrive on solving tough problems and improving processes, you’ll feel at home here.

Compliance

We require successful completion of pre-employment testing; including a physical and drug screen.

Notes

• This overview isn’t exhaustive; related duties may be assigned.
• Keystone does not accept unsolicited resumes from third‑party recruiters without a signed HR agreement.