Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

GENERAL LABORER – FORGING

The normal schedule is Monday through Thursday, 10-hour shifts - though overtime may be required occasionally, as an 8-hour shift on Fridays.

Day Shift: 5:20 AM to 3:20 PM

Afternoon Shift: 3:20 PM to 1:20 AM

• 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 at some point following initial training.

Pay Rate: Piece rate incentive, average $27 per hour while training

About Us:

Canton Drop Forge is a worldwide leader in Custom and Closed Die Forgings. Thanks to our over 100 years of prosperity as a company, we provide top benefits for our valued employees to prosper and reach their greatest potentials. Becoming a member of Canton Drop Forge means joining a team that benefits from more than a century of learned knowledge and industry skills.

At Canton Drop Forge, you'll gain valuable experience in servicing our six major markets of expertise. We lead the way in closed die forging innovation for the aerospace, oilfield, power generation, mechanical power transmission, off-highway and railway industries.

Position Overview:

Canton Drop Forge, a leading producer of large, closed die forgings in Canton, Ohio, is seeking Forge Helpers – General Labor to join our team. Forge Helpers assist Hammer Operators within the forging process by preparing materials, loading and unloading parts, and operating support equipment. They ensure work areas remain clean and safe, handle hot metal components with care, and follow all safety protocols. This role supports efficient production by maintaining steady material flow and assisting with die changes, basic measurements, and quality checks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Loading furnaces.
• Transferring metal stock pieces to and from furnaces, hammers, and trim presses.
• Removal of scale, trimming of parts, and identifying pieces produced
• Loading, cleaning, and lubricating machines.
• Assess dimensions of workpieces during the forging operation using gages.
• Maintaining proper alignment of dies or tooling.
• Handling and operating various tools and equipment, such as: tongs, hoist, trim presses.
• Operation of Powered Industrial Trucks and Bobcats.
• Performing duties within coordinated work effort of the forging operation.
• Other General Labor duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

• 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 is a Drug-Free Workplace. Must be willing to undergo and pass a drug test if hired - including hair follicle testing.

General Requirements:

• Industrial Manufacturing or Labor: 1 year

Canton 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.

Canton Drop Forge offers:

• 401(k) Participation and Company Contribution
• Ten Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

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