1st shift Bilingual Cut Thread Machine Operator

Job Description

Job DescriptionCut Thread Operator (1st Shift – Temp to Hire)Alternate/Related Job Titles:Threading Machine Operator, Machine Operator – Cut & Thread, CNC Thread Operator
Location:Arlington, TexasContract Details:

• Type: Temp-to-Hire
• Shift: 1st Shift
• Pay Rate: $17/hour
• Potential for Full-Time Conversion: Yes, based on performance and business need

Job Summary:We are seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Cut Thread Operator for a 1st shift temp-to-hire position in Arlington, TX. In this role, you will be responsible for setting up and operating cut-threading machines to meet production and quality standards. The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, safety-focused, and able to follow detailed instructions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.Key Responsibilities:

• Perform setup of cut-threading machines, including die head adjustments for specified diameter and pitch
• Ensure completion of required preventative maintenance prior to operation
• Verify materials and match against job tags and travelers
• Use master nuts or thread gauges for each assigned job, as directed by QC
• Set machine stop to required thread length
• Submit first article for Supervisor/Lead or QC approval before continuing production
• Maintain material traceability at job start and throughout production
• Record completed jobs on production schedule sheet and retrieve next job from Supervisor/Lead
• Return thread gauges upon job completion and at end of shift
• Maintain organized and clean work area; clean up 15–20 minutes before shift ends

Required Experience:

• Minimum 1 year of experience operating threading or similar mechanical machinery in a manufacturing environment
• Prior experience in setup and operation of manual or automated production machines
• Familiarity with quality inspection procedures and first article verification

Nice-to-Have Experience:

• Experience in metal fabrication or threaded component production
• Exposure to ISO 9001 or similar quality systems
• Work history in temp-to-hire or production shift environments

Required Skills:

• Proficient in machine setup and threading operations
• Ability to read and interpret job travelers and material tags
• Strong attention to mechanical detail and quality assurance procedures

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with thread gauges and master nuts
• Basic knowledge of preventative maintenance procedures
• Comfortable working with standard shop tools and measurement equipment
• Bilingual (Spanish)

Additional Skills from Original Description:

• Ability to follow production schedule sheets and document job completions
• Organizational skills for clean-up and tool return at shift end

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