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Forge Operator Apprentice

Modern Forge Indiana
Merrillville, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 9/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/21/2027

We are adding a crew!

Modern Forge is a steel forging production facility seeking entry level Forge Operator Apprentices as we are adding a crew to our production department.

As a forge operator apprentice and trainee you will be trained to produce a variety of forgings to customer specifications and requirements. Qualified forge operator apprentice and trainee candidates will posses a strong work ethic and have the ability to grow and be trained into becoming Forge Production Operators with the opportunity to make $30.00/hour at the end of training. Experience in a manufacturing facility is a plus.

  • 1st shift has a 4:00 am start time
  • 2nd shift has a 2:00 pm start time
  • Entry level at $18.00/hour
  • additional $1.00/hour shift premium for 2nd shift
  • additional up to $1.00/hour perfect attendance bonus

MUST

  • Pass a pre-employment background screen
  • Once pass background, then will need to pass drug screen and physical

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Experience:

  • Manufacturing: 1 year (Required)

Shift availability:

  • Night Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

  • Merrillville, IN 46410 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $30

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