Aerospace and Defense, Blueprints, Comparator, Customer Satisfaction, Engineering Drawing, Executive Recruiting, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, Identify Issues, Machine Tool, Manufacturing, Metrics, Power Generation, Process Improvement, Process Sheet, Quality Management, Quality Metrics, Team Lead/Manager, Vision Comparator
2nd Shift Aerospace Roll Threader
Houston, TX Starting at $26 / per hour Full time
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Aerospace Roll Threader to set up and operate thread rolling machines in a precision manufacturing environment. This role focuses on producinghigh-quality threaded fasteners used in aerospace and similar high-spec industries. The ideal candidate has strong technical expertise, can interpret detailed engineering drawings, and is comfortable maintaining tight tolerances and quality standards.
Aerospace Roll Threader Job Duties:
- Set up and operate two-die cylindrical thread rolling machines to produce threaded fasteners such as bolts, studs, and pins to specification
- Interpret engineering drawings, work orders, and process sheets including thread class, pitch diameter, and major and minor diameters
- Select, install, and align thread rolling dies and supporting tooling
- Perform die changes, machine adjustments, and minor repairs as needed
- Conduct first article and in-process inspections using thread plug and ring gages, micrometers, calipers, and optical comparator equipment
- Adjust machine settings such as feed, pressure, speed, lubrication, and part orientation to maintain quality standards
- Identify and correct thread defects such as drunken threads, torn material, taper, pitch errors, and out-of-round conditions
- Collaborate with Engineering and Quality teams on new part setups, trials, and process improvements
- Complete all required production and quality documentation accurately
- Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area
Aerospace Roll Threader Requirements:
- 3+ years of experience in thread rolling, thread forming, or cold heading in a precision manufacturing environment
- Experience in aerospace, turbomachinery, or power generation fastener manufacturing preferred
- Familiarity with UNJ threads, fillet rolled roots, and underhead fillets
- Hands-on experience rolling threads on alloy steels and superalloys
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints including GD&T and thread specifications (UN/UNJ, metric)
- Proficiency with inspection tools including micrometers, calipers, thread gages, and comparators
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
- Steel-toe shoes required
- No felonies in the last 3 years, no violent felonies ever
- Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening
Pay: $26.00+ DOE Schedule: Monday – Friday, 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM Location: Houston, TX 77035
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