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Machine Operator

Bonney Forge
Mount Union, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/31/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/29/2026
Job Description

General Description

Employees in this job are responsible for the forming of steel bar into raw forgings using a press forge and trim setter. The job is done by rotating through 3 "stations" for an entire shift.

Essential Job Functions And Duties

Maneuvers work piece using 3' long tongs at waist level into the die to form it to shape. (65%)

Forging (20 minutes per hour)

Using tongs, pick up hot steel and place into first position.

Activate foot control to cycle press (machine).

Using tongs, pick up hot piece and place into second position.

Activate foot control to cycle press.

Using tongs, pick up hot piece and place into third position.

Activate foot control to cycle press.

Using tongs, pick up hot piece and place on conveyor belt.

Trimming (20 minutes per hour)

Using tongs, pick up hot piece and place in trim bed (machine)

Activate foot control to cycle trim press.

Pick up scrap and discard into bin.

Material handling and cleanup (25%)

Set-up material (10 minutes per hour)

Lift bars of steel from knee level to shoulder level and place on bar feeder.

Cleanup (10 minutes per hour)

Use broom or shovel to lift metal scale from floor into waste bin.

Assembles, installs, and aligns dies in press according to specifications. (10%)

Job Specifications

Ability to follow instructions.

Ability to get along with co-workers.

Must be able to effectively present information in one on one in small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees.

Add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Ability to compute rates, ratios, and percentages and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Ability to apply common sense, understanding, carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.

Ability to solve on the job problems.

Must wear all required PPE and follow safety and work rules.

A full benefits package is available after a 60 day probationary period that includes medical, prescription, life and disability insurance, dental, 401K, pension, 10 paid holidays, vacation, and much more!

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: From $16.87 per hour

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off

Schedule

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Overtime

Work Location: One location

Salary : $17

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