Machinist - 1st Shift

OMG Roofing Products; Addison (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Addison, Illinois seeks a skilled Machinist. In this role, you will program, set up, and operate CNC and metal-working machinery to produce precision parts. You will promote safety as a priority, mentor less experienced personnel, and document toolroom processes. The ideal candidate has strong machining and communication skills, embraces continuous improvement, and can multitask effectively. Join our team and contribute to innovative solutions in the commercial roofing industry.

Qualifications

• Competent machining and communication skills are required.
• Ability to work safely with metal-working machinery.
• Desire for continuous improvement and problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate metal-working machinery safely.
• Produce complex machined parts from specifications.
• Document toolroom processes and participate in LEAN initiatives.
• Support tooling and fixturing needs and continuous improvement.

Skills

Machining skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Tools

CNC machines

Lathes

Mills

Grinders

Job description

OMG Inc. is a leading manufacturer of fastening products and technologies for the commercial roofing and construction industries worldwide. Headquartered in western Massachusetts, OMG is an equal‑opportunity employer prioritizing the safety of our employees and customers. The company values integrity, teamwork, diversity, trust, respect, commitment, and a passion for excellence. OMG is a global company operating manufacturing facilities in Massachusetts, Illinois, and Minnesota.

Position Overview

OMG currently operates in two divisions: OMG Roofing Products and FastenMaster®. OMG Roofing Products is a leading global manufacturer and supplier of value‑added components for the commercial roofing industry. The FastenMaster Division manufactures and markets innovative, premium‑quality wood‑to‑wood fasteners engineered to enable professional contractors to complete building projects safer, faster, and easier. This role: Machinists are responsible for programming, setting up, and operating specialized equipment used to fabricate close‑tolerance machined parts. They also customize and refurbish a variety of precision tooling components, applying proper machine shop theory and procedures. The successful candidate will have competent machining and communication skills, a drive for continuous improvement, and a solid ability to multitask.

Position Responsibilities

• Promote safety as the number one priority of all employees.
• Safely set up and operate metal‑working machinery such as lathes, mills, & grinders.
• Apply machine shop theory, including sequence of operations, machineability of materials, and layout techniques necessary to produce complex machined parts.
• Support the demand for experimental tooling, parts, and fixturing as required.
• Produce cold‑forming tooling such as Thread Roll and Cold Heading dies.
• Diagnose, service, & repair progressive stamping dies.
• Create accurate, finished parts from drawings, specifications, or samples.
• Create, load, and edit CNC programs.
• Resolve machining or assembly problems as necessary.
• Evaluate manufacturing procedures and tooling for improvements.
• Document toolroom processes and participate in LEAN initiatives.
• Keep the work area and equipment safe, clean, and organized.
• Mentor, train, and develop less experienced personnel.
• Perform other tasks as necessary.