Cold Forming Operator

Unytite, Inc.; Peru, Northern (IL, KY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary starting at $21.50/

Health insurance

401k with company match

Paid time off

Career growth

Job summary

Unytite, Inc. is seeking a Cold Forming Operator to shape metal components for aerospace, automotive, construction and energy sectors. This hands-on role requires reading drawings, setting up tooling, and ensuring parts meet exact specifications.

You will work with precision equipment in a fast-paced, safety‑driven environment, collaborating with engineers and quality teams to optimize processes and maintain high standards of quality and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in forming, forging, or metal fabrication preferred; at least 1 year in manufacturing is required.
• Ability to handle physically demanding tasks (machinery setup, tooling changes).
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with safety protocols and quality standards in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor cold forming machines and furnaces.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and work orders.
• Set up dies, tools, and materials for each job run.
• Inspect parts for quality and dimensional accuracy using precision measuring tools.
• Maintain equipment and keep the work environment clean and safe.
• Collaborate with engineers and quality teams to troubleshoot and optimize processes.

Skills

Read drawings

Set up dies

Inspect with tools

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Measuring tools

Job description

Description

About the Role

Are you ready to shape the future—literally? As a Cold Forming Operator, you’ll be at the heart of our precision manufacturing process, transforming raw metal into high-performance components used in critical industries like aerospace, automotive, construction and energy. This is a hands‑on role for someone who thrives in a high‑mechanical, high‑impact environment where every part you form makes a difference.

A Little of What You’ll Do

• Operate and monitor cold forming machines and furnaces to shape metal components to exact specifications.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and work orders.
• Set up dies, tools, and materials for each job run.
• Inspect parts for quality and dimensional accuracy using precision measuring tools.
• Maintain equipment and ensure a clean, safe work environment.
• Collaborate with engineers and quality teams to troubleshoot and optimize processes.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Salary: We offer a competitive salary starting at $21.50/hour with performance-based raises at 3, 6 & 12 months.
• Insurance package: Our very rich benefit package includes medical, dental, Rx, EAP & Short-term disability. Company paid Long-term disability and Accidental death and dismemberment policy. Our benefits package also comes with additional options such as vision, critical illness, accident, FSA and DFSA. There is also an option to purchase additional long-term and life insurance.
• Eligibility starts on the 1st of the month following date of hire
• Retirement plan: Unytite’s 401k plan matches 100% up to 5% of employee contribution. There are both traditional and Roth options available.
• Eligibility starts 30 days following date of hire
• Paid time off: a prorated amount is available for use 3 months after date of hire.
• Innovative Environment: Work in a dynamic and innovative environment where your contributions make a difference.
• Supportive Team: Join a team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about their work.

Requirements

What We’re Looking For

• Must be 18, or older
• High school diploma, or equivalent required
• Experience in forming, forging, or metal fabrication preferred. At least 1 year in manufacturing is required.
• Ability to handle physically demanding tasks, such as fixing machinery to changing tooling and dies.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail is a must.
• Familiarity with safety protocols and quality standards in a manufacturing setting.
• Willingness to learn and grow in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment.

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