CNC Machinist / Metal Fabrication

Scot Forge Company; Spring Grove (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Profit sharing

Career advancement

Tuition reimbursement

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Scot Forge is seeking skilled CNC Machinists to join our 2nd shift manufacturing team in Spring Grove, Illinois. You will work with CNC mills, lathes, and saws to machine large forged components used in aerospace, defense, energy, and industrial markets.

You will read blueprints, load tooling, inspect parts with precision instruments, and operate with overhead cranes. We offer an ESOP, profit sharing, tuition reimbursement, and a comprehensive benefits package on a 2nd shift schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Manufacturing, machining, production, or industrial experience.
• Basic shop math and computer skills.
• Experience using hand tools and tape measures.
• Experience using measuring equipment such as micrometers and calipers.
• Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC mills, lathes, and saws.
• Monitor machining operations and make adjustments to maintain quality and productivity.
• Read blueprints, routings, and work instructions to verify specifications.
• Load tooling, fixtures, and machining programs.
• Inspect parts using precision measuring equipment.
• Load and position large forgings using overhead cranes and material handling equipment.
• Identify material types, verify dimensions, and inspect forgings before machining.
• Follow safe work practices and support continuous improvement efforts.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Shop math

Computer skills

Hand tools

Measuring equipment

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Job description

Machine Critical Components. Build Technical Skills. Join a 100% Employee-Owned Company.

Scot Forge is seeking CNC Machinists to join our manufacturing team in Spring Grove, Illinois.

This position supports the machining of large custom forgings used in critical applications across aerospace, defense, energy, mining, transportation, and industrial markets. You'll work with CNC lathes, mills, saws, overhead cranes, and precision measuring equipment to produce high-quality components while building valuable manufacturing skills.

Shift Information

2nd Shift Openings

• 4:00 PM - 4:00 AM (Machine Shop, Monday-Friday)
• 4:00 PM - 4:00 AM (2-2-3 Rotating Schedule)
• 10% Shift Premium

Why Join Scot Forge?

• 100% Employee-Owned Company (ESOP)
• Profit Sharing Bonus
• Career advancement opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunity to work with large-scale CNC equipment and unique forged products

About Scot Forge

Scot Forge is a 130+ year-old, employee-owned manufacturer of custom open die and rolled ring forgings. Our products support critical industries including energy, transportation, manufacturing, mining, infrastructure, aerospace, and national defense.

From components used in mining equipment and energy infrastructure to mission-critical defense and aerospace applications, Scot Forge produces forged solutions for some of the world's most demanding environments.

What You'll Do

As a CNC Machinist, you will:

• Set up and operate CNC mills, lathes, and saws
• Monitor machining operations and make adjustments to maintain quality and productivity
• Read blueprints, routings, and work instructions to verify specifications
• Load tooling, fixtures, and machining programs
• Inspect parts using precision measuring equipment
• Load and position large forgings using overhead cranes and material handling equipment
• Identify material types, verify dimensions, and inspect forgings before machining
• Follow safe work practices and support continuous improvement efforts

Requirements

What You'll Bring

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Manufacturing, machining, production, or industrial experience
• Basic shop math and computer skills
• Experience using hand tools and tape measures
• Experience using measuring equipment such as micrometers and calipers
• Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment

Preferred Qualifications

• CNC machining or machine setup experience
• Blueprint reading and interpretation
• Forklift operation experience
• Overhead crane rigging and operation experience
• Experience with mills, lathes, saws, metal fabrication, or quality inspection processes

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Ability to lift up to 65 pounds
• Frequent standing, walking, lifting, and machine operation
• Ability to work safely around large industrial equipment and moving materials
• Manufacturing environment with overhead cranes, forklifts, and heavy components weighing up to 100,000+ pounds

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Hair follicle drug screen
• Lift test up to 65 pounds

Compensation

The estimated pay range for this position is the lowest and highest range we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We ultimately may pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. The actual pay offered to a candidate will depend on various factors including but not limited to relevant skills, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, seniority, geographic location and prevailing minimum wage, performance, shift, travel requirements, and business or organizational needs.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits for eligible employees including Medical, Vision, Dental, Hearing, Life (Basic & AD&D), Disability (STD & LTD), 401K Plan with match, Profit Sharing, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Tax Savings (FSA & HSA), Vacation Time, Paid Time Off, and Paid Holidays.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, or any other form of compensation for any particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Scot Forge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and inclusion and welcome all qualified candidates to apply.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.