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Operator (Day Shift)

Forest City Technologies
Rockford, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 8/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/1/2026

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Forest City Technologies, Headquartered in Wellington Ohio, is a leading diversified manufacturer specializing in converting specialty materials into components.

WE CURRENTLY HAVE AN EXCITING CAREER OPPORTUNITY AVAILABLE FOR A MACHINE OPERATOR in our Rockford, IL facility.

Current Work Schedule is Monday - Friday 7:00am to 3:30pm

Overtime is common and shifts MAY go up to 10 or 12 hours per day.

Job Overview:

A machine operator is reliable and able to work with attention to detail and safety standards. Performs departmental operator duties in a coordinated team environment to ensure high quality, efficient manufacturing of product, in conformance to the work instructions.

Responsibilities:

  • Must have complete understanding and support of safe work practices
  • In an organized, accurate and efficient manner, process customer parts per all relevant Standard Quality Practices (SQP), work instructions, and quality analysis
  • Communicate relevant information to either the Group Leader, Operations Manager and/or other manufacturing personnel to support a cohesive operating environment
  • Proficient and knowledgeable in the work cell/area
  • Verify parts with precision and measuring tools
  • Check parts to ensure machine-related mistakes or flaws do not exist
  • Maintain records pertaining to approved and defective units of final products
  • Record pieces produced and complete all required paperwork
  • Transfer material and/or work in process (WIP) within the work cells
  • Perform cleaning and basic maintenance of work areas and the machines
  • Performs all other duties as assigned in support of company objectives, as directed by the Supervisor or Lead in charge
  • Ensure compliance with, and continuous improvement in all applicable environmental objectives, goals, accountabilities, policies and responsibilities as outlined in the Environmental Management System (EMS) program

Experience:

  • Prior manufacturing experience preferred, but not required.
  • Must be willing to learn.

Skills:

  • Ability to read and understand safety rules and regulations
  • Accurate, concise verbal & written communication
  • Basic reading
  • Basic mechanical ability
  • Basic computer operation
  • Manual dexterity
  • Ability to pay attention to detail
  • Understanding of production procedures
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Professionalism and strong work ethic

We also offer a family, friendly and fun environment!

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability.

Pay: $18.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • AD&D insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • On-the-job training
  • Referral program

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $19

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