Forge Shop Hammer Operator

Job Description

Job description

Forge Resources Group consists of seven manufacturing facilities located throughout the Midwest, specializing in closed die forging, metal forming & fabrication. We are looking for a Hammer Operator in DeKalb, IL to join our growing organization.

Qualifications:

· Attention to detail

· Ability to use basic measuring tools ie..tape measure, calipers, micrometers

· Ability to work in high and cold temperature environments, with high temperature materials

· Troubleshooting and reasoning capabilities

· Lift up to 40lb repeatedly without assistance

· Ability to read and follow directions written and spoken in English

Additionally, experience with blueprint reading, quality inspection using calipers and micrometers, and precision measuring instruments will be beneficial in this role.

Tasks:

Perform all forging operations to include:

Operate forging hammers, furnaces and trim presses

Load furnaces

Set up dies in hammers

Set up trim presses

Make adjustments to hammers

Perform quality checks on newly forged parts and identify defects

Maintain a clean and safe work area

Studwelding

Operate Forklift

Forge Resources Group is a Drug-Free Workplace.

Candidates must pass a pre-employment Drug Screen, physical and detailed background check. The Drug Screen includes screening for all drugs that are illegal under federal law, regardless of state or local ordinances

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.65 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 48 per week

Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) 5% Match

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Schedule:

10 hour shift

4x10

Day shift

Monday to Friday

Experience:

Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In personCompany Description

DeKalb Forge Co, a division of Forge Resources Group, is a leader in closed-die, near net metal forgings and fabricated assemblies serving diverse industries including aerospace, mining/drilling, railroad, shipbuilding, off-road/ag and other heavy equipment manufacturers.

Full-time