Forming Machine Operator - 1st Shift

MacLean-Fogg Company; Illinois; On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and paid holidays

Health Savings Account contributions

Company-paid life insurance and short‑

Parental leave

Employee Assistance Program and mental

Virtual healthcare resources

Tuition reimbursement and development

Job summary

MacLean-Fogg is hiring a Forming Machine Operator for the Richmond, IL facility. In this entry-level role, you will operate forming machines, monitor production, inspect parts for quality, and support safe manufacturing under direct supervision.

Responsibilities include machine setup, material loading, quality checks, and accurate documentation while following safety procedures and 5S standards. Overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• No formal education requirement; entry-level candidates may be considered.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, work orders, and SOPs.
• Basic math and measurement skills; use of simple measuring tools to verify dimensions.
• Willingness to learn forming-machine operations, equipment functions, tooling, and adjustments.
• Attention to detail and ability to recognize defects and report concerns.
• Adherence to safety procedures and hazard recognition.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment under supervision.
• Reliability and attendance to schedules and records.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor forming machines according to work instructions and supervisor guidance.
• Assist with basic machine setup, adjustments, and changeovers while loading raw materials.
• Perform in-process quality inspections using gauges to verify dimensions and identify defects.
• Monitor equipment performance and report abnormalities or maintenance needs.
• Complete production documentation and records accurately.
• Follow safety procedures and 5S standards; maintain clean work area.
• Support maintenance activities and material handling for finished products.
• Collaborate with production, quality, and maintenance teams on continuous improvement.

Skills

Machine operation

Quality inspection

Safety procedures

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Measuring tools

Job description

Job Summary

MacLean-Fogg is hiring a Forming Machine Operator - 1st Shift at our Richmond, Illinois manufacturing facility. In this entry-level production role, you will operate and monitor metal-forming equipment, inspect parts for quality, and support safe, efficient manufacturing under direct supervision. Candidates with manufacturing experience are encouraged to apply, and entry-level applicants willing to learn may also be considered.

• Location: Richmond, IL
• Work Arrangement: On-site
• Schedule: 1st Shift, Monday-Friday, 4:00 AM-2:30 PM
• Pay: $23.00/hour
• Employment Type: Full-time / Hourly
• Overtime: Overtime may be required based on business needs.

What You'll Do as a Forming Machine Operator

• Operate and monitor forming machines according to established work instructions, production requirements, and supervisor guidance.
• Assist with basic machine setup, adjustments, and changeovers. Load raw materials, including wire, bar stock, and other forming materials, while maintaining proper material flow.
• Perform routine in-process quality inspections using gauges and measuring tools to verify part dimensions and specifications. Identify defects, separate nonconforming materials, and report quality concerns.
• Monitor equipment performance and promptly communicate machine abnormalities, jams, production interruptions, and maintenance needs to your supervisor.
• Complete production documentation accurately, including production tracking sheets, scrap reports, and other required records.
• Follow established safety procedures, including machine guarding and lockout/tagout requirements. Maintain a clean, organized work area according to 5S standards.
• Support preventive maintenance activities as directed and assist with material handling, packaging, and labeling of finished products.
• Collaborate with production, quality, and maintenance team members while participating in equipment training and continuous improvement activities.

Required Qualifications

• No formal education requirement; entry-level candidates willing to learn may be considered.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions, work orders, and standard operating procedures.
• Basic math and measurement skills, including the ability to use simple measuring tools to verify part dimensions.
• Willingness to learn forming-machine operations, equipment functions, tooling, and basic machine adjustments.
• Attention to detail and the ability to recognize visible defects, follow quality standards, and communicate production concerns.
• Ability to follow established safety procedures and recognize potential workplace hazards.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment under direct supervision while cooperating with production, quality, and maintenance team members.
• Reliability, organizational skills, and the ability to maintain attendance, follow assigned schedules, complete production records, and adapt to changing priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• One to two years of manufacturing or production experience.
• Previous experience operating industrial machinery, production equipment, or metal-forming machinery.
• Familiarity with calipers, micrometers, gauges, or other inspection and measuring tools.
• Basic understanding of mechanical equipment, machine tooling, or manufacturing processes.
• Forklift certification or previous machine-operation training, when applicable to assigned duties.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

This position is performed primarily in a manufacturing and production environment involving industrial forming equipment, metal materials, and routine production activities.

• Standing for extended periods throughout the shift.
• Frequent bending, stooping, reaching, and walking.
• Lifting and carrying materials weighing up to 50 pounds as required.
• Using manual dexterity to operate equipment, handle materials, and use gauges and measuring tools.
• Using visual acuity to inspect manufactured parts, identify defects, and read production documentation.
• Working around moving machinery, metal materials, lubricants, oil, heat, and varying noise levels.
• Wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by company safety policies.
• Following established safety, quality, and production procedures throughout the shift, including during extended hours or overtime when required.

The physical requirements described above represent those needed to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Benefits

Eligible employees across MacLean-Fogg and its affiliated companies have access to a comprehensive benefits program designed to support health, financial well-being, time away, and development. This position is eligible for benefits that include:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match and potential profit sharing
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Health Savings Account contributions for eligible plans
• Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability coverage
• Paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program and mental health resources
• Virtual healthcare resources
• Tuition reimbursement and development opportunities
• Additional wellness, financial, and employee programs

Benefits are subject to applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements.

Explore our full benefits and interactive resources: https://explore.benefits.macleanfogg.app

Pre-Employment Requirements

After a conditional offer, this position requires a pre-employment drug screen. Testing and employment decisions are administered consistent with applicable law.

About MacLean-Fogg

MacLean-Fogg is a fourth-generation, family-owned American manufacturing company headquartered in Mundelein, Illinois. Founded in 1925, we design and manufacture engineered components and solutions for automotive and industrial markets.

Our portfolio includes MacLean-Fogg Component Solutions, OMCO, Mallard Manufacturing, and Threadstrong. Across our companies, we share a commitment to Integrity, People, Customers, and Stewardship while investing in our people, manufacturing capabilities, customers, and communities.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Accommodations

MacLean-Fogg and its affiliated companies are equal opportunity employers. We provide equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply, complete an assessment, or participate in the hiring process, contact [e-mail].

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