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ELLWOOD Group, Inc.

Forge Operator

Navasota, TX · On-site

$19/hr

Work around furnaces, heated dies, forging hammers, presses, moving equipment, vibration, oil, lubricants, dust, flying scale, sparks, and hot metal particles. * Wear all required personal protective ...

ELLWOOD Groups

Forge Operator

Navasota, TX · On-site

$19/hr

Work around furnaces, heated dies, forging hammers, presses, moving equipment, vibration, oil, lubricants, dust, flying scale, sparks, and hot metal particles. * Wear all required personal protective ...

ELLWOOD Group, Inc.

Forge Operator

Navasota, TX

$19/hr

Work around furnaces, heated dies, forging hammers, presses, moving equipment, vibration, oil, lubricants, dust, flying scale, sparks, and hot metal particles. * Wear all required personal protective ...

SANINC

Inside Sales

Houston, TX · On-site

$75K/yr

Metal Producer Metal Type: Forgings, Flanges, Fittings, Valves Compensation Range : $75K+ * 2-3+ years of sales withing metals forging, machining, or PVF, experience required. * Sales experience with ...

Lime Media Group, Inc.

Metal Fabricator

Rockwall, TX · On-site

What You'll Do · Forge & Fabricate -- Cut, bend, and shape steel, aluminum, and other metals using saws, shears, presses, and rollers. · Weld Like a Pro -- MIG, TIG, stick -- strong, clean welds ...

Marathon-Personnel

General Labor Forging Helper

Houston, TX

$15.25 - $19/hr

* Press helper, trim-setter helper Performs any combination of following tasks to assist workers in forging metal products: * Loads bars, billets, or blooms into furnace, using hoist. * Transfers work ...

United Employment Group

Die Design Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$85K - $110K/yr

This role requires a strong grasp of closed die forging metallurgy, metal flow, and die mechanics, combined with proficiency in 3D CAD modeling. The ideal candidate is equally comfortable at the ...

Houston Precision Fasteners

Forger IV

Houston, TX · On-site

Set up, operate, or tend forging machines to shape or form metal parts. Coaches and mentors Level I, II, and III Forgers. Work mostly independently under guidance and supervision of lead and Is a ...

Socket.dev

Director, Sales

Garland, TX · On-site

$150 - $220/hr

Experience: 10-12 years of sales leadership experience in forging, aerospace manufacturing, metals, or industrial manufacturing. * Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic plans, manage ...

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To thrive as a Metal Forging professional, you need a strong understanding of metalworking processes, physical stamina, and familiarity with operating forge machinery, often acquired through vocational training or apprenticeships. Experience with industrial furnaces, power hammers, dies, and personal protective equipment (PPE) is typically required, and certifications in workplace safety or metallurgy can be advantageous. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective teamwork are important soft skills in this environment. These competencies are crucial for maintaining quality output, ensuring safety, and meeting production targets in a physically demanding manufacturing setting.

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A Metal Forging job involves shaping metal using compressive forces, typically through hammering, pressing, or rolling. Workers in this field operate machinery to heat, mold, and refine metal into specific shapes for industrial applications. They may work with various metals, including steel, aluminum, and titanium, to produce components for automotive, aerospace, and construction industries. Metal forging jobs require physical strength, attention to detail, and knowledge of safety procedures to handle high temperatures and heavy equipment effectively.

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Metal Forging professionals usually work in industrial settings such as foundries or manufacturing plants, where conditions can be hot, noisy, and require consistent use of safety gear. The role often involves working as part of a team, collaborating closely with other forgers, machine operators, and quality inspectors to ensure smooth production flow and product quality. Shifts may vary, including early mornings or nights, and meeting production deadlines is a common challenge. Working in this environment fosters strong communication and coordination skills, and offers opportunities to advance into supervisory or specialized technical roles as experience grows.

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Forge Operator

ELLWOOD Group, Inc.

Navasota, TX • On-site

$19/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 7 days ago

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Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

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Job description

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Forge Operator - DG80 Complex/Hammer Shop
ELLWOOD Texas Forge Navasota is seeking safety-focused Forge Operators to join our forging operations in Navasota, Texas. Forge Operators work as part of a crew using industrial hammers, presses, furnaces, dies, tools, and material-handling equipment to heat and shape steel into forged parts.
Employees may be assigned to the DG80 Complex or Hammer Shop based on their demonstrated abilities, experience, safety performance, and operational needs. Equipment and specific responsibilities vary by assigned work area.
What You'll Do
  • Work as part of a forge crew to heat, preform, forge, trim, inspect, and move steel parts.
  • Operate or assist with closed-die forging hammers, presses, furnaces, and material-handling equipment as assigned.
  • Assist Hammer Operators, Group Leads, and other crew members with forging operations, equipment setup, and die changes.
  • Use tongs and assigned tools to maneuver, control, rotate, and position heated material during the forging process.
  • Remove scale from heated material and dies and apply die lubricant as required.
  • Assist with heating, preparing, aligning, and maintaining dies at specified operating temperatures.
  • Operate or assist with forklifts, manipulators, cranes, and other material-handling equipment when assigned and authorized.
  • Inspect forged parts for cracks, mismatch, incomplete fill, scale pitting, surface imperfections, improper trimming, and other visible defects.
  • Use calipers and other assigned measuring tools to verify part requirements.
  • Return material for reheating or additional forging when directed.
  • Complete required equipment inspections and accurately document production and quality information.
  • Report unsafe conditions, equipment problems, process deviations, and potential quality concerns.
  • Package, identify, and move completed parts to the appropriate downstream operation.
  • Maintain a clean work area and follow all PPE, lockout/tagout, safety, quality, and operating procedures.
  • Perform other assigned duties based on production and operational needs.

What We're Looking For
  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Two years of experience in heavy manufacturing, steel, foundry, forging, press operation, industrial production, heavy equipment, or a similar hands-on environment.
  • Forging, forklift, mobile-equipment, high-temperature manufacturing, impact-wrench, or industrial-tool experience is preferred.
  • Ability to safely use industrial tools and work around large machinery, moving equipment, and heated material.
  • Ability to follow instructions, hand signals, safety procedures, and production requirements.
  • Strong attention to safety, quality, equipment movement, and surrounding crew members.
  • Dependable attendance, reliable transportation, and willingness to learn and work closely with a crew.

Physical Demands and Work Environment
  • Perform physically demanding forging work requiring the safe lifting, maneuvering, controlling, and positioning of heavy parts, tools, and material at varying work heights, including work surfaces up to approximately 48 inches.
  • Perform repeated reaching, gripping, pushing, pulling, bending, stooping, balancing, and body positioning throughout the assigned operation, with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Stand and walk for extended periods while working at a steady and safety-focused pace.
  • Work in an extremely hot and loud heavy-manufacturing environment near steel heated to approximately 2,200°F.
  • Work around furnaces, heated dies, forging hammers, presses, moving equipment, vibration, oil, lubricants, dust, flying scale, sparks, and hot metal particles.
  • Wear all required personal protective equipment throughout the shift, which may include metatarsal safety boots, hard hat, face shield, hearing protection, safety glasses, leather apron, gloves, and long sleeves.

Schedule
Must be flexible and available to work assigned shifts, including a biweekly rotating schedule. Days, evenings, nights, weekends, overtime, and schedule changes may be required based on operational needs.
Why Join ELLWOOD?
ELLWOOD offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:
  • Starting pay of $19.00 per hour
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning on day one
  • Vested 401(k) retirement plan
  • 10 days of vacation and three sick days
  • On-site clinic
  • Shift differential and overtime opportunities
  • Company-provided uniforms and required PPE
  • Advancement opportunities
  • Additional company-sponsored benefits

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment physical, background check, and drug screening.
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