Metal Forming Setup & Changeover Technician

Maclean--fog; Savanna (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

MacLean-Fogg Company in Savanna, IL, is seeking an hourly, full-time machine setup technician for our Savanna facility. You will set up tooling, perform changeovers on horizontal forging machines, and run production to ensure parts meet specifications.

You will read blueprints, measure with micrometers/calipers, perform basic troubleshooting, and maintain 5S at your station while documenting production and quality data.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Industrial manufacturing background preferred.
• Steady attendance and punctuality.

Responsibilities

• Set up tooling and execute changeovers on horizontal forging machines.
• Run production and monitor part quality against specifications.
• Interpret blueprints and verify with micrometers, calipers and gauges.
• Complete all production and quality documentation accurately.

Skills

Blueprint literacy

Micrometers/calipers

Tool setup

Quality monitoring

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Overhead crane operation

Job description

Build Precision. Shape Your Career.Join a team that prides itself on discipline, quality, and momentum. At our Savanna facility, you’ll be the go-to expert ensuring horizontal forging machines are set up correctly, changed over quickly, and producing parts that meet spec—every time.Role SnapshotEmployment Type: Hourly, Full TimeLocation: Hotform, 7034 IL Rt 84, Savanna, IL 61074Reporting To: Production SupervisorSign-On: $3,000 sign-on bonusChoose Your ScheduleWeekdays | Monday – Friday | 5:00am – 3:30pmWeeknights | Monday – Friday | 3:30pm – 2:00amWeekend Days | Friday – Sunday | 6:00am – 6:00pmWeekend Nights | Friday – Sunday | 6:00pm – 6:00amCompensation$20 – $22.00/hour for Mon – Fri shifts$20.40 – $24.90/hour for Fri – Sun shiftsNight shift premium: +$4.00/hourWhat You’ll DoSet up tooling and execute changeovers on horizontal forging machinesRun production and monitor part quality against specificationsPerform basic troubleshooting and make safe, necessary adjustmentsUse an overhead crane to load raw material into the machineInterpret blueprints; verify with micrometers, calipers, and gaugesComplete all production and quality documentation accuratelyKeep your station 5S-compliant: clean, orderly, and readyFollow safety, environmental, and quality procedures rigorouslySupport additional tasks as neededStrengths That Set You ApartHands-on mechanical aptitude (work or hobby-based)Ability to read, follow, and question instructions for claritySelf-direction—you take initiative and close the loopTeam-first communication with production and support partnersBlueprint literacy and comfort with measurement toolsBasic computer proficiency and strong math fundamentalsQualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalentIndustrial manufacturing background strongly preferredSteady work tenure with minimal gapsProven record of dependable, punctual attendanceIf you value precision, pace, and pride in workmanship, you’ll feel right at home here.