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Hardware Insertion Operator

1/20/2026

The Hardware Insertion Operator operates equipment to install fasteners in various metal components according to specifications. They are responsible for maintaining quality records, inspecting parts, and ensuring a clean work area.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

201-500 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
Nu-Way Industries is one of the largest precision metal products manufacturers in the region. Founded in 1968 and today employing a staff of more than 275, the Des Plaines, Illinois-based company combines manufacturing expertise with innovative technology such as laser welding cells and robotic assemblies to create end-to-end solutions for customers across all sectors of the economy. For products ranging from heavy-duty enclosures to intricate components and the latest interactive displays, Nu-Way helps customers succeed with agility, proven quality, and a vision for the future of manufacturing.
About the Role

Description

Operates hardware insertion equipment to install fasteners in metal plates, extrusions, flat sheet metal, structural shapes, and/or weldments as specified by blueprints, layout, and templates.


Job Funtions:   

· Lifts and positions work piece between mandrel and anvil manually.

· Starts machine to lower ram and secures hardware in place.

· Selects correct fastener from designated bin and places in required location on part.

· Loads and operates automatic feeding equipment per instruction on blueprint.

· Visually inspects or uses gauges on parts to verify conformance.

· Inspects and measures parts to maintain quality records.

· Records job activities utilizing data collection system including counts.

· Maintains accurate counts of parts; attaches labels or tags to finished part containers identifying customer, part number, and quantity and shop order information.

· Utilizes the data collection system to accurately record production activities including time spent, quantity produced and any rejected parts. 

· Communicates with co-workers and supervisor to receive instructions and coordinate job activities.

· Follows all safety procedures and wears safety equipment or apparel as required.

· Performs all job functions to meet acceptable quality and performance standards.

· Ensures on a daily basis that the work area is clean and orderly including machine, tooling and workstation.

Requirements

· Prior hardware insertion equipment experience (Haeger, preferred)

· Good leadership, organizational and communication skills


Preferred Qualifications: 

· Bilingual (English/Spanish)


Physical Requirements: 

· Exert 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently

· Ability to stand for extended periods of time

· Ability to communicate with others; accommodation as required to listen to equipment and monitor paging system

· Accommodation as required for reading documents, prints, computer screens, and quality instruments


Working Conditions: 

Typical metal manufacturing environment with exposure to powder coat paint facility. Active work that primarily involves walking, standing, bending and lifting. 


 


Benefits Programs

· Group Medical, Dental and Vision insurance available at 31st day of full-time employment. 

· Company-provided Term Life Insurance on the 1st of the month following or coinciding 90 days of employment.

· Participation in our 401(k) program on the 1st of the month following or coinciding 30 days if employment, which includes fully vested company matching.

· Short and Long Term Disability program after 1st year of employment.


Paid Time Off 

· Company Paid Holidays after 30 days employment.

· IL Paid Leave for All Workers Act (PLA)

· Vacation Time is based on employment anniversary and will be given per the following schedule: 

1 week after 6 months, 1 week after 1 year, 2 weeks after 2 years, 3 weeks after 5 years.



Key Skills
Hardware Insertion EquipmentFastenersBlueprintsQuality InspectionData CollectionCommunicationSafety ProceduresOrganizational SkillsLeadership Skills
Categories
ManufacturingEngineeringTradesTechnology
Benefits
Group MedicalDental InsuranceVision InsuranceTerm Life Insurance401kShort Term DisabilityLong Term DisabilityPaid HolidaysVacation Time
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