Forge Shop / Heat Treat Helper

About Company:Finkl Steel is one of the world's leading manufacturers of forging die steels, plastic injection mold steels, die casting tool steels, forged alloy bars, and custom open die forgings. Finkl Steel is a member of international Swiss Steel Group and manufactures products at three production facilities in Chicago, Houston, Detroit and Sorel (CAN). We sell our products in North America and to 18 countries worldwide. With more than 100 patents, our steel formulations and steelmaking technologies set worldwide standards. In recognition of Finkl Steel's product quality, our facilities were the first in America to receive ISO 9000 registration.Finkl Steel provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. About the Role:The Forge Shop / Heat Treat Helper plays a crucial role in the steel manufacturing process. This position is essential for ensuring that materials are properly forged and heat-treated to meet quality standards and specifications. The responsibilities shall include the operation of the overhead cranes as they relate to all forging activities, sweeping, shoveling and general housekeeping necessary to maintain a clean and orderly shop. The Forge Shop / Heat Treat Helper will be trained to run all the forging equipment with the intent to place them on the crew positions as they become available. Minimum Qualifications:High school diploma or GED requiredAbility to handle a physical workloadMust be able to lift, push, and pull 50 poundsPreferred Qualifications:Previous experience in production, manufacturing or related field a plus, but not requiredExperience operating overhead cranes and/or forklifts a plus, but not requiredResponsibilities:Sweep up around all furnaces dailyClean up around all 3 presses (8000, 4500 & 1500)Helping the crew when needed (stamp, spray, marking rod & changing dies)Operate overhead craneRemove jobs/scrap from the pressLoad scrap into the scrap bucketsTransfer finished jobs to the heat treat departmentTransfer billets to the light forge areaChange ingots coming from the melt shopGeneral clean up in the shopRun the bobcat, forklift, pay loader, transfer cars & sweeperSteam clean equipment when time permitsPaint equipment when time permitsMark scrap (grade) before sending to the melt shopOur offer :Extra $0.30 for working 2nd shift & extra $0.40 for working 3rd shiftOvertime and Double TimeMedical, Dental and Vision benefits401k Match & Profit SharingSTD and Life Insurance10 paid holidays/PTO Quarterly Gainsharing BonusesFlexible Spending AccountUnion Membership

Created: 2026-04-02