Night Shift Rolling Mill Operator - Precision Metal Forming

Smalley; Lake Zurich (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k match

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Smalley, a global leader in precision metal forming, is seeking a Rolling Mill Operator to join our Lake Zurich, IL facility. You will set up and operate rolling mills, run multiple stands, troubleshoot equipment, and document quality data to support our manufacturing excellence.

Ideal candidates have hands-on mechanical experience in high-speed production, proficiency with micrometers and calipers, and a commitment to safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing or related environment.
• Mechanical experience including operation of high speed automatic equipment.
• Set up and adjustment of metal forming processes (stamping, forming, shearing).
• Experience troubleshooting production equipment and identifying machine problems.
• Experience measuring parts with precision instruments (micrometers, calipers).
• Pass required exam of basic math and English.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and operates rolling mills with multiple stands.
• Works toward setting up and operating rolling mills with eight progressive stands.
• Collaborates with other operators to expand rolling mill knowledge.
• Assists with troubleshooting and setup as needed.
• Operates testing equipment including micrometers, hardness testers, shadowgraphs.
• Provides complete, accurate documentation when required.
• Contributes to cross-department work to maintain quality standards and efficiency.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Mechanical experience

Set up metal forming

Troubleshooting equipment

Precision measurement

Job description

Smalley, a global leader in precision metal forming, is seeking a Rolling Mill Operator to join our Lake Zurich, IL facility. You will set up and operate rolling mills, run multiple stands, troubleshoot equipment, and document quality data to support our manufacturing excellence.

Ideal candidates have hands-on mechanical experience in high-speed production, proficiency with micrometers and calipers, and a commitment to safety and continuous improvement.