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Production Group Leader

Hopkinsville, KY · On-site

$15.75 - $21.75/hr

Core Manufacturing Processes (Stamping, Assembly, Painting, Welding, Hydroforming) * Logistics What is in it for YOU? At Metalsa, we offer competitive benefits designed to support your health ...

Production Group Leader- 3rd shift

Hopkinsville, KY · On-site

$15.75 - $21.75/hr

Core Manufacturing Processes (Stamping, Assembly, Painting, Welding, Hydroforming) * Logistics What is in it for YOU? At Metalsa, we offer competitive benefits designed to support your health ...

Familiarity with production processes such as casting, sheet metal, stamping, hydroforming, composites, and compliant energy-absorbing structures. * Experience designing lightweight, high-performance ...

Sheet Metal Designer

Long Beach, CA · On-site

$120K - $140K/yr

Strong understanding of sheet metal manufacturing processes including stamping, progressive die, roll forming, hydroforming, and spot/laser welding * Proficiency in CATIA V5/V6 or equivalent CAD ...

Automatic Lathe Operator

Angola, IN · On-site

$18.50 - $24.50/hr

We're a leading metal-forming, manufacturing and service company devoted to providing our customers industry-leading metal spinning, hydroforming and other specialized metal-forming services. We form ...

Production Group Leader

Hopkinsville, KY · On-site

$15.75 - $21.75/hr

Core Manufacturing Processes (Stamping, Assembly, Painting, Welding, Hydroforming) * Logistics What is in it for YOU? At Metalsa, we offer competitive benefits designed to support your health ...

Core Manufacturing Processes (Stamping, Assembly, Painting, Welding, Hydroforming) * Logistics Physical Requirements: * Ability to communicate effectively and use hands for various tasks. * Capacity ...

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How much do hydroforming jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for hydroforming in the United States is $18.73, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $23.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by hydroforming technicians, and how can they be addressed on the job?

Hydroforming technicians often encounter challenges such as maintaining precise pressure control to avoid material distortion, ensuring consistent quality across batches, and troubleshooting equipment malfunctions. Working closely with engineers and quality control teams is essential to address these issues. Regular equipment maintenance, thorough training on process parameters, and implementing standardized operating procedures can greatly reduce errors and downtime. Staying proactive in communication and reporting anomalies helps maintain efficiency and safety in the hydroforming process.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Hydroforming Technician, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Hydroforming Technician, you need mechanical aptitude, a solid understanding of metalworking processes, and typically a background in manufacturing technology or engineering. Familiarity with CNC machinery, CAD/CAM software, and quality control systems is often required, along with relevant safety certifications. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective teamwork are crucial soft skills for this role. These competencies ensure precise fabrication, safe operations, and efficient workflow in high-precision manufacturing environments.

What is hydroforming?

Hydroforming is a manufacturing process that uses a high-pressure hydraulic fluid to shape malleable metals, such as aluminum or steel, into lightweight, structurally strong components. This technique is commonly used in the automotive and aerospace industries to create complex shapes that would be difficult or expensive to achieve with traditional stamping or welding methods. Hydroforming offers benefits such as improved material strength, reduced weight, and increased design flexibility, making it popular for producing parts like car body panels, bicycle frames, and aircraft components.
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Automatic Lathe Operator

$18.50 - $24.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 21 days ago


Samuel, Son & Co. rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 40 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

25th of 521 rated manufacturers


Job description


Metal Spinners is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Auto Lathe Operator to join our manufacturing team in Angola, Indiana. The Auto Lathe Operator uses machines to process raw materials into parts and other components and prepares parts for manufacturing.
BENEFITS:
  • Company-paid health insurance
  • Dental, and vision insurance
  • Quarterly production bonus
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid vacation and sick time
  • Occupational therapy
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • On-the-job training
  • Opportunity for long-term career stability and growth

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform all safety checks at the start of their shift on all cranes and tools, document as necessary and continue to perform safety checks throughout the shift.
  • Read, understand, and interpret blueprints and job routings.
  • Record required information on proper forms relating to machining practices where required.
  • Properly operate and interpret various measuring devices (micrometers, calipers, gauges, etc.)
  • Correctly monitor and identify when equipment needs to be sent out for calibration.
  • Perform inspections using Quality Assurance procedures and work instructions.
  • Work with the department supervisor and maintenance to make sure machines are running smoothly.
  • Performs housekeeping and other related duties.

EQUIPMENT KNOWLEDGE:
  • Operate cranes, hoists, tables, forklifts, and other devices in a safe manner and complete any training/safety program relating to the operation of the equipment.
  • Operate general hand tools.
  • Operate shop floor equipment.
  • Operate company computer systems.
  • Operate lathe machine.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:
  • Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment to meet team expectations.
  • Possess good communication and reasoning skills with the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions whether written or oral.
  • Understand and support of company policies and procedures.
  • Ability to understand and abide by all safety rules and regulations to perform the job.

About Us
At Samuel, we believe every team member brings unique and valuable skills, experiences and knowledge to our thriving business - enabling us to build on over 170 years of success in the metals industry. We offer countless opportunities for our team members to develop and grow in their careers, empower them to make decisions on the job and be a part of driving positive change - within our organization and in the communities where we live and work. If you're seeking a dynamic, supportive and welcoming workplace to make your mark and grow your career, we have the programs, culture and opportunities to make it happen. We're stronger together.
At Samuel we believe in a culture of equality. Respect and integrity are at our core. We are committed to building and creating an environment that is open and welcoming for everyone.
This job posting is for an existing vacancy within the organization
Samuel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In the United States, we utilize E-Verify.
About the Team
We're a leading metal-forming, manufacturing and service company devoted to providing our customers industry-leading metal spinning, hydroforming and other specialized metal-forming services. We form steel, stainless steel, cold-rolled steel, hot rolled steel, aluminum, copper, brass, hastelloy and inconel into a variety of shapes, including panels, hemispheres, hoppers, venturis, cans, pans, shells and other formed metal parts.

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