Scot Forge
CNC Machinist/ Manufacturing / Production / Apprentice
Scot Forge, Franklin Park, Illinois, United States, 60398
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Scot Forge
Scot Forge is an employee‑owned company that manufactures custom open‑die and rolled ring forgings used in demanding applications all over the world.
We have locations in Franklin Park, IL, Spring Grove, IL, and Clinton, WI.
A hair follicle drug screen, lifting test up to 65 lbs and background check are required pre‑employment.
Career Advancement & Benefits
CAREER ADVANCEMENT
SUPERIOR BENEFITS
COMPANY WIDE PROFIT‑SHARING BONUS PLAN
ESOP - EMPLOYEE STOCK OWNERSHIP PLAN
Helpful experience includes micrometer, caliper, shop math, CNC, mill, lathe, machinist, band saw, tape measure, forklift, grinding, QC, metal fabrication, etc.
Areas of Focus
Operate, set up and program CNC machinery.
Using gauges – micrometers or calipers.
Driving forklift.
Actively participate in safe work practices.
Scot Forge has a fully paid customized training program for CNC machining, set‑ups and programming for the right candidate.
Essential Functions
Set up equipment, install tools and fixtures. Monitor entire run due to unique forgings.
Edit G and M codes and program machine (training provided as needed – experience preferred).
Load material into machine utilizing overhead crane to ensure safe machining on forgings up to 3,000 lbs.
Monitor CNC machines/ lathes / mills / saws. Check parts throughout, make adjustments to conform to specifications.
Verify blueprint and dimensions. Visually inspect, layout and prepare materials as required.
Identify forgings and material type. Read and understand entire part routing.
Check parts throughout run and make adjustments. Examine material visually for flaws, defects and clean up.
Calculate chain and strap adjustments to ensure the safe lifting and transporting of parts.
Prior to loading part, identify forgings, material type and verify blueprint and dimensions. Examine material visually for flaws, defects and clean‑up.
Actively participate in safety program to ensure the continued success of the program.
Qualifications
High school diploma
Strong math and computer skills
Mechanical aptitude
Hand tools proficiency
Preferred Skills
Use of micrometer, caliper and tape measure
Machine set‑up and operation or programming
Crane rigging and operation
Prior manufacturing experience
Benefits
Company provided Life Insurance
401K and Roth Plan
Paid vacation and holidays
Short and long‑term disability
Scot Forge is a 130+ year‑old, 100% employee‑owned company that manufactures custom open‑die and rolled ring forgings. At Scot Forge, we help our customers with forged solutions from the world's physical infrastructure, energy, and transportation to manufacturing, mining, and our national defense. From the wheels of NASA’s Curiosity Mars Rover to mission‑critical components for nuclear submarines, to large hydraulic cylinders for the largest mining trucks on the planet, Scot Forge creates the precision forged metal parts used in demanding applications all over the world.
EEO Statement Scot Forge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and inclusion and welcome all qualified candidates to apply.
We maintain a drug‑free workplace and perform pre‑employment substance abuse testing.
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CNC Machinist/ Manufacturing / Production / Apprentice
role at
Scot Forge
Scot Forge is an employee‑owned company that manufactures custom open‑die and rolled ring forgings used in demanding applications all over the world.
We have locations in Franklin Park, IL, Spring Grove, IL, and Clinton, WI.
A hair follicle drug screen, lifting test up to 65 lbs and background check are required pre‑employment.
Career Advancement & Benefits
CAREER ADVANCEMENT
SUPERIOR BENEFITS
COMPANY WIDE PROFIT‑SHARING BONUS PLAN
ESOP - EMPLOYEE STOCK OWNERSHIP PLAN
Helpful experience includes micrometer, caliper, shop math, CNC, mill, lathe, machinist, band saw, tape measure, forklift, grinding, QC, metal fabrication, etc.
Areas of Focus
Operate, set up and program CNC machinery.
Using gauges – micrometers or calipers.
Driving forklift.
Actively participate in safe work practices.
Scot Forge has a fully paid customized training program for CNC machining, set‑ups and programming for the right candidate.
Essential Functions
Set up equipment, install tools and fixtures. Monitor entire run due to unique forgings.
Edit G and M codes and program machine (training provided as needed – experience preferred).
Load material into machine utilizing overhead crane to ensure safe machining on forgings up to 3,000 lbs.
Monitor CNC machines/ lathes / mills / saws. Check parts throughout, make adjustments to conform to specifications.
Verify blueprint and dimensions. Visually inspect, layout and prepare materials as required.
Identify forgings and material type. Read and understand entire part routing.
Check parts throughout run and make adjustments. Examine material visually for flaws, defects and clean up.
Calculate chain and strap adjustments to ensure the safe lifting and transporting of parts.
Prior to loading part, identify forgings, material type and verify blueprint and dimensions. Examine material visually for flaws, defects and clean‑up.
Actively participate in safety program to ensure the continued success of the program.
Qualifications
High school diploma
Strong math and computer skills
Mechanical aptitude
Hand tools proficiency
Preferred Skills
Use of micrometer, caliper and tape measure
Machine set‑up and operation or programming
Crane rigging and operation
Prior manufacturing experience
Benefits
Company provided Life Insurance
401K and Roth Plan
Paid vacation and holidays
Short and long‑term disability
Scot Forge is a 130+ year‑old, 100% employee‑owned company that manufactures custom open‑die and rolled ring forgings. At Scot Forge, we help our customers with forged solutions from the world's physical infrastructure, energy, and transportation to manufacturing, mining, and our national defense. From the wheels of NASA’s Curiosity Mars Rover to mission‑critical components for nuclear submarines, to large hydraulic cylinders for the largest mining trucks on the planet, Scot Forge creates the precision forged metal parts used in demanding applications all over the world.
EEO Statement Scot Forge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and inclusion and welcome all qualified candidates to apply.
We maintain a drug‑free workplace and perform pre‑employment substance abuse testing.
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