Forging Operator

NTN Bearing Corporation; Carol Stream (IL); On-site; USD 28,929 - 33,062; Full time

Job summary

NTA Precision Axle Corporation in Carol Stream, IL, is seeking a Forging Operator for the first shift to forge and trim automotive hub bearing parts as part of a press team.

Starting wage is $21.00 per hour. Second shift differential is $2.00 per hour and third shift differential is $3.00 per hour. The role emphasizes safety, quality documentation, and 5S adherence in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED equivalent.
• Experience in manufacturing or mechanical work.
• Knowledge of basic machine operation and 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 in basic shop mathematics.

Responsibilities

• Forge and trim parts in a two-to-three person team for hub bearing units.
• Operate and adjust forge press safely per guidelines.
• Adjust die and tooling sets.
• Complete quality and production control documents accurately.
• Use gauges to measure and verify part dimensions.
• Communicate abnormalities to Supervisor.
• Follow PPE rules and 5S in the work area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Mechanically inclined

Basic machine operation

Repetitive tasks

Line equipment operation

Quality issue recognition

Written plans documentation

Shop mathematics

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Carol Stream, Illinois, USA – NTA Precision Axle Corporation is hiring a Forging Operator for the first shift. The role involves forging and trimming automotive hub bearing parts as part of a press team.

Starting Wage: $21.00 per hour. Second shift differential $2.00 per hour, third shift differential $3.00 per hour.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Work in a two‑to‑three person team to forge and trim parts for use in automobile hub bearing units.
• Operate and adjust forge press according to guidelines and in a safe manner.
• Adjust die and tooling sets.
• Accurately complete quality and production control documents.
• Use gauges to accurately measure and verify proper part dimensions.
• Communicate abnormalities on all production operations to Supervisor.
• Follow all PPE rules and company policies.
• Practice 5S in work area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school graduate or GED equivalent.
• 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 in basic shop mathematics.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is moderate. Protective gear such as bump caps, steel‑toe safety shoes, safety glasses and hearing protection are required in the forging department.

Physical Demands

• May be exposed to moving mechanical parts; hazards common to industrial settings; chemicals, vibration, and loud noises.
• Safety shoes, safety glasses, chemical‑resistant gloves and bump caps required on the production floor. Other PPE may be required.
• Jobs on the production floor require a minimum 40‑hour work week. Overtime may be required.
• Work pace is steady and fast.
• Employee regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.
• Employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Requires sufficient vision to see details at close range, to pass an inspection test of finished parts and components.

EEO Statement

NTA Precision Axle treats all employees and applicants according to their individual qualifications, abilities, and experiences and adheres to all local and national employment rules and regulations where we operate. NTA Precision Axle does not tolerate discrimination due to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, protected veteran/military status, or any other legally protected trait.

Benefits

NTA Precision Axle offers a full range of comprehensive benefits, including choice of medical plans, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, a 401(k) Plan with separate company contribution, Paid Time Off (PTO), and eligibility for tuition reimbursement. NTA Precision Axle is an equal opportunity employer that strongly supports diversity in the workplace.