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Lead Cold Header Operator

Plymouth, MI

Posted: 08/26/2025 Employment Type: Direct Placement Job Industry: Manufacturing Job Number: 25-00705

Job Description


Job Title: Lead Cold Header Operator
Location: Plymouth, MI
Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire
Compensation: $85, 000 –$100, 000 annually (based on experience)
Shift: Day Shift
Benefits: Comprehensive package starting on day one


About the Role
We’re seeking a Lead Cold Header Operator to join a growing manufacturer in the Plymouth, MI area. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled professional with strong cold heading experience who is ready to take on additional leadership responsibilities. You’ll not only run and set up equipment but also mentor operators, coordinate workflow, and ensure production targets are consistently achieved.


What You’ll Be Doing

  • Lead and oversee cold heading operations, ensuring high-quality output and efficient processes.

  • Set up, operate, and troubleshoot cold heading machinery to produce fasteners and precision metal components.

  • Train, mentor, and guide team members on best practices, safety, and quality standards.

  • Perform tooling changes, adjustments, and light maintenance to minimize downtime.

  • Conduct inspections using micrometers, calipers, and gauges to maintain strict tolerances.

  • Partner with supervisors and engineers to drive process improvements and meet production goals.

  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-focused work environment.


What You Bring to the Table

  • Proven experience operating and setting up cold heading or metal forming machinery.

  • Leadership ability with experience training or mentoring team members.

  • Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot equipment issues.

  • Comfort with blueprint reading, production specs, and precision measuring tools.

  • Reliable, safety-minded, and detail-oriented with strong teamwork skills.


Why Join Us?

  • Competitive salary range of $85, 000 –$100, 000.

  • Day shift schedule with work-life balance.

  • Full benefits package starting on day one.

  • Opportunity to step into a leadership role with growth potential.

Meet Your Recruiter

Chris Ingersoll
Technical Recruiter

With over two decades dedicated to talent recruitment and staffing management within dynamic agency settings, Chris possesses extensive experience across diverse industries. Throughout her career, her primary focus has always been on prioritizing the delivery of high-quality staffing solutions.

Chris consistently strives to match the right talent with the right opportunities, ensuring that both clients and candidates benefit from a seamless and mutually rewarding experience. This commitment to excellence has been the cornerstone of her approach in facilitating successful placements and fostering long-term professional relationships.

Chris's journey has sharpened her ability to handle intricate staffing needs while nurturing strong connections with clients and candidates. As always, she is committed to offering tailored solutions that contribute to organizational growth.

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