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Rivet Machine Operator - Belts & Straps - 2nd Shift

Klein Tools
Fort Smith, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 22 Aug 2025

About the role

Klein Tools is a dynamic, fast-paced and results driven company dedicated to launching hundreds of innovative products each year. Are you ready to make an impact?

Perks for you include:


• Paid Vacations & Holidays

• Profit Sharing & Matching 401(k)

• Health Insurance (Medical, Vision, & Dental)

• Discounts on Klein Tools products

• Education and Professional Development Assistance


2nd Shift: Monday - Thursday, 4:45pm - 3:15am
The Rivet Machine Operator is responsible for performing all types of machine riveting on such materials as canvas, leather, nylon web, cotton web, vulcanized fiber, Klein Kord and other materials. This position will produce products to include tool bags, leather and canvas pouches, fiber guards, harnesses, etc.
• Align and position parts against anvil to set rivets in products by pressing foot levers according to schematics.
• Remain alert for in‐process product imperfections and bring them to the supervisor's attention.
• Move work within the department after completion.
• Set‐up rivet machines.
• Exercise safety procedures to prevent injury to oneself and coworkers, and to prevent damage to equipment.
• Read and check off daily safety operation procedures before starting the machine.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
• High School Diploma is preferred, and two ﴾2﴿ years related work experience in a manufacturing environment is required.
• Must possess knowledge of the different types of materials and their characteristics and flaws for quality acceptability.
• Must possess knowledge using hand tools.
• Demonstrate basic math, reading, writing and comprehension skills and strong communication skills.
• Ability to work closely and effectively with all employees and management staff.
Physical Demand Requirements
Required to stand, walk or sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.


Your main focus:


· Quality

· Customer Obsession

· Innovation

· Ownership

· Teamwork


Klein Tools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. For candidates with disabilities and needing assistance, please email us at hr@kleintools.com.

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