Automotive Forging Operator – First Shift

NTN Bearing of America; Carol Stream (IL); On-site; USD 28,929 - 35,817; Full time

Job summary

NTA Precision Axle Corporation is seeking a forging operator for the first shift to ensure safe production of quality parts by forging and trimming automotive hub bearings as part of a press team.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, manufacturing or mechanical inclination, and the ability to perform repetitive tasks with basic math. Overtime and a strong teamwork mindset are expected in this manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in manufacturing and/or mechanically inclined.
• Knowledge of basic machine operation / controls.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks.
• Ability to operate line equipment.
• Ability to recognize quality issues.
• Able to create, follow and document written plans.
• Proficient at basic shop mathematics.

Responsibilities

• Works in a two to three person team to forge and trim parts for use in automobile hub bearing units.
• Operates and adjusts forge press according to guidelines and in a safe manner.
• Adjusts die and tooling sets.
• Accurately completes quality and production control documents.
• Uses gauges to accurately measure and verify proper part dimensions.
• Communicates abnormalities on all production operations to Supervisor.
• Follows all PPE rules and company policies.
• Practices 5S in work area.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Mechanical aptitude

Basic math

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forge press operation

Gauges & measurement

Job description

NTA Precision Axle Corporation is seeking a forging operator for the first shift to ensure safe production of quality parts by forging and trimming automotive hub bearings as part of a press team.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, manufacturing or mechanical inclination, and the ability to perform repetitive tasks with basic math. Overtime and a strong teamwork mindset are expected in this manufacturing environment.