Forge / Machine Operator

SITE Staffing, Inc; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in manufacturing is seeking dedicated machine operators to join their team in Milwaukee. In this role, you will operate machines, ensuring that products meet high-quality standards while maintaining production documentation. You will be responsible for training new team members, performing quality checks, and packaging finished products for shipment. This position offers a great opportunity to develop your skills in a supportive environment and contribute to the success of a dynamic team. If you are detail-oriented and enjoy working with machinery, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate machines and recognize defects.
• Knowledge of production processes and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate machines to perform standardized operations.
• Measure and inspect products for defects.
• Train new team members on proper procedures.

Skills

Machine Operation

Quality Control

Precision Measurement

Training

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Precision Measuring Instruments

Hand Tools

Job description

Milwaukee, WI

Late 1st shift, 9:00 am - 7:30 pm

Monday - Thursday

$20 - $21 per hour

Summary

Operate machines to perform standardized operations. Recognize defective materials and machine malfunctions. Observe continuous operation of machines to ensure products meet specifications.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform forge operations and setups according to Operation Standards and Work Instructions.
• Read work orders, work instructions, formulas, or processing charts.
• Maintain production documentation.
• Position and secure inserts, hand loads, and workpieces on machines.
• Remove finished products from machines using hand tools and other equipment.
• Measure and visually inspect products for surface and dimension defects to ensure conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments.
• Maintain customer quality standards.
• Fill in appropriate information on labels and associated documentation needed on products when necessary.
• Understand raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and techniques for effective manufacturing and distribution.
• Perform final packaging of products for shipment.
• Follow clean-up procedures.
• Train new team members on proper procedures and techniques.
• Perform re-work duties as assigned.
• Relieve other operators for breaks as needed.
• Act as a backup to the Inspector when necessary.