Thread Rolling Operator Trainee - 2nd Shift

MacLean-Fogg Company; New Baltimore (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; 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‑

Paid parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Virtual healthcare resources

Tuition reimbursement

Additional wellness programs

Job summary

MacLean-Fogg is hiring a Thread Rolling Operator Trainee at our Chesterfield, MI manufacturing facility. You will support thread rolling production through material handling, machine cleaning, setup assistance, quality checks, and basic preventive maintenance while building the skills needed to advance to Thread Rolling Operator I.

Previous manufacturing experience is preferred, not required. Employment type is full-time / hourly with a shift differential and potential overtime.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and understand basic production documentation and work instructions.
• Basic math skills for counting, weighing, and recording production data.
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn thread rolling machine operation, controls, and adjustments and pursue advancement to Thread Rolling Operator I.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately, maintain attention to detail, perform basic inspections, and identify obvious nonconforming product.
• Dependability, accountability, strong housekeeping discipline, and the ability to work effectively in a team-based manufacturing environment.
• Basic data entry and documentation skills with a commitment to standard work and continuous improvement.
• Ability to work overtime or varying shifts as business needs require.
• Ability to perform the physical requirements described below.

Responsibilities

• Support Thread Rolling Operators and department leadership by staging materials, loading and removing work-in-process material from parts hoppers, transporting production tubs, and keeping work areas supplied.
• Assist with rolling machine setup and teardown under the direction of a Thread Rolling Operator while learning machine controls, control panels, basic adjustments, and proper equipment care.
• Perform routine lubrication, designated oil changes, machine cleaning, purging, washdowns, and minor machine repairs as trained or directed.
• Sort parts from rolling equipment and perform basic pan checks and inspections in accordance with work instructions and quality standards.
• Read and follow production documents, including travelers, work instructions, and blueprints, and accurately complete production, downtime, and data collection records.
• Record and weigh production tubs and scrap, complete scrap tickets, and verify containers are properly labeled, positioned, and free of foreign material before use.
• Maintain machines, roller areas, storage racks, aisles, tools, and work areas in accordance with cleaning schedules and 5S standards. Report equipment malfunctions, production shortages, excessive tool usage, and other system issues promptly, and return dropped or damaged gages to Quality for calibration verification.
• Follow Safety, Environmental, and Quality policies and procedures while supporting standard work and continuous improvement within the department.

Skills

Basic math

Mechanical aptitude

Reading production docs

Attention to detail

Team player

Overtime flexibility

Tools

Thread rolling machine

Machining controls

Job description

Job Summary

MacLean-Fogg is hiring a Thread Rolling Operator Trainee at our Chesterfield, MI manufacturing facility. You will support thread rolling production through material handling, machine cleaning, setup assistance, quality checks, and basic preventive maintenance while building the skills needed to advance to Thread Rolling Operator I. Previous manufacturing experience is preferred, not required.

• Location: Chesterfield, MI

• Work Arrangement: On-site

• Schedule: Training begins on 1st Shift, 6:00 AM-3:30 PM, then moves to 2nd Shift, 2:00 PM-10:00 PM, once trained.

• Pay: $18-$20/hour

• Other Compensation: A shift differential applies after moving to 2nd shift.

• Employment Type: Full-time / Hourly

• Overtime: Occasional overtime may be required.

What You'll Do as a Thread Rolling Operator Trainee

• Support Thread Rolling Operators and department leadership by staging materials, loading and removing work-in-process material from parts hoppers, transporting production tubs, and keeping work areas supplied.

• Assist with rolling machine setup and teardown under the direction of a Thread Rolling Operator while learning machine controls, control panels, basic adjustments, and proper equipment care.

• Perform routine lubrication, designated oil changes, machine cleaning, purging, washdowns, and minor machine repairs as trained or directed.

• Sort parts from rolling equipment and perform basic pan checks and inspections in accordance with work instructions and quality standards.

• Read and follow production documents, including travelers, work instructions, and blueprints, and accurately complete production, downtime, and data collection records.

• Record and weigh production tubs and scrap, complete scrap tickets, and verify containers are properly labeled, positioned, and free of foreign material before use.

• Maintain machines, roller areas, storage racks, aisles, tools, and work areas in accordance with cleaning schedules and 5S standards. Report equipment malfunctions, production shortages, excessive tool usage, and other system issues promptly, and return dropped or damaged gages to Quality for calibration verification.

• Follow Safety, Environmental, and Quality policies and procedures while supporting standard work and continuous improvement within the department.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to read and understand basic production documentation and work instructions.

• Basic math skills for counting, weighing, and recording production data.

• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn thread rolling machine operation, controls, and adjustments and pursue advancement to Thread Rolling Operator I.

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately, maintain attention to detail, perform basic inspections, and identify obvious nonconforming product.

• Dependability, accountability, strong housekeeping discipline, and the ability to work effectively in a team-based manufacturing environment.

• Basic data entry and documentation skills with a commitment to standard work and continuous improvement.

• Ability to work overtime or varying shifts as business needs require.

• Ability to perform the physical requirements described below.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing experience is preferred but not required.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• This role requires standing and walking for extended periods throughout the shift.

• Employees in this role regularly bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, twist, and reach as required by the work.

• The position requires lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling materials weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.

• The work involves repetitive motions using the hands, wrists, and arms.

• The manufacturing environment includes exposure to noise, moving machinery, oils, and varying temperatures.

• Required personal protective equipment includes safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and steel-toe footwear.

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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