Who We Are

Cornell Forge is a recognized leader in the forging industry with a longstanding reputation for producing complex parts. Our facility is located just south of Chicago in Bedford Park.

We are currently recruiting for a Forge Machine Operator. Machine Operators are responsible for the set-up, operation and troubleshooting of forge hammers, presses and other related equipment. He or she will operate high temperature furnaces, large hammers, presses and punch presses to shape and produce products for downstream operations. Machine Operators directly affect the efficiency of the department and plant.

Essential Functions:

• Work closely with supervisors to understand production needs.
• Read rate sheet to understand the operations needed.
• Use lift equipment to change dies in and out of the forge machines.
• Operate furnaces, hammers and presses to shape parts from raw material.
• Works and communicates with quality control personnel and supervisor to identify quality problems or concerns.
• Ensure all safety policies and procedures are followed.
• Other duties as required to successfully perform the job.

Benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Group Life
• Short Term Disability
• 401K with Company Match
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation
• Uniforms

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• A desire to learn and have a good work ethic.
• Previous experience in a production environment working with metal preferred. 
• Previous machine operating experience preferred but will train.
• Ability to read rate (process) sheets.
• Ability to push or pull up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work in a hot environment.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends and alternate shifts as required.
• Ability to apply good judgement and make decisions independently.