Thread Rolling Operator Trainee: Path to Operator I

MacLean-Fogg; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

HSAs

Life insurance

Paid parental leave

Employee assistance program

Virtual healthcare resources

Tuition reimbursement

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. On-site training begins on the first shift (6:00 AM-3:30 PM) and will transition to the second shift

Qualifications

• Ability to read and understand basic production documentation and work instructions.
• Basic math skills for counting, weighing, and recording data.
• Mechanical aptitude with willingness to learn thread rolling machine operation and adjustments.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately and maintain attention to detail.
• Dependability and strong housekeeping discipline in a team-based environment.
• Willingness to work overtime or varying shifts as needed.
• Able to perform the physical requirements described for this role.

Responsibilities

• Staging materials, loading/removing WIP, transporting production tubs, and keeping work areas stocked.
• Assist with machine setup/teardown under supervision while learning controls and equipment care.
• Perform routine lubrication, oil changes, cleaning, and minor repairs as trained.
• Sort parts from rolling equipment and perform basic inspections per work instructions and quality standards.
• Read production documents and accurately complete production, downtime, and data records.
• Record weights and scrap, verify container labeling and proper placement.
• Maintain machines and work areas per 5S standards; report issues promptly to quality; ensure gages are calibrated.
• Follow Safety, Environmental, and Quality policies while supporting standard work and continuous improvement.

Skills

Read docs

Basic math

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Data entry

Overtime readiness

Safety awareness

Job description

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. On-site training begins on the first shift (6:00 AM-3:30 PM) and will transition to the second shift