Forge Operator
Listed on 2026-06-04
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing Production, Assembly
Day Shift
7:20 AM to 3:20 PM;
Monday - Friday
3:20 PM to 11:20 PM;
Monday - Friday
11:20 PM to 7:20 AM;
Monday Night - Friday night
Note:
As a union-based employer, we are unable to guarantee any shift preference following initial training on day shift. Shift preference is granted by seniority. All candidates should expect to work afternoon shift and/or night shift at some point following initial training.
Overtime may be required occasionally, as an 8-hour weekend shift.
Pay RateUp to $28.50 per hour + Piece Rate
Position OverviewThe Forge Operator supports forge shop operations by performing a variety of manual and equipment-assisted tasks associated with the production of closed-die forgings. This position works as part of a team to safely and efficiently move materials, operate equipment, and support forging processes in a heavy industrial environment.
Key Responsibilities- Follow and assist in driving workplace safety measures – maintaining safe work practices and conditions
- Load and unload furnaces
- Transfer metal stock to and from furnaces, hammers, and trim presses
- Remove scale, trim forged parts, and identify completed components
- Load, clean, and lubricate forging equipment and machinery
- Measure and verify workpiece dimensions using gauges during forging operations
- Maintain proper alignment of dies and tooling
- Operate hand tools and equipment, including tongs, hoists, and trim presses
- Operate Powered Industrial Trucks and Bobcats, as qualified
- Perform assigned tasks as part of a coordinated forge shop team
- Must be able to communicate effectively in English
- Perform other related duties as assigned
- Constant standing, bending, stooping, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, twisting, turning, and walking throughout shift.
- Ability to work with parts and equipment up to 100 lb. throughout shift, with assistive lifting devices.
- Ability to work within very hot and industrial work environment during all seasons.
Canton Drop Forge offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package including medical, dental, life, disability, retirement, and paid time off.
Equal Opportunity EmployerCanton Drop Forge is an equal opportunity employer; qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
Equal Opportunity Employer NoticeEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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