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Forge Operator Apprentice

Posted on March 23, 2026

  • Full Time

Forge Operator Apprentice job opportunity

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Modern Forge is a steel forging production facility seeking entry level Forge Operator Apprentices on for 2nd shift in 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.

  • 2nd shift with a 2:00 pm start time
  • Entry level at $18.00/hour
  • additional $1.00/hour shift premium
  • additional up to $1.00/hour perfect attendance bonus

MUST

  • Pass a pre-employment background screen
  • Pass drug screen and physical

BENEFITS

· Medical

· Dental

· Vision

· Life insurance

· Paid time off

· 401(k) with employer match

· Professional development assistance

· Referral program

· Employee assistance program

· Flexible spending account

· Health Savings Account employer contribution

· Nurse Practitioner On-Site

JOB REQUIREMENTS

· General Labor

· Possess strong work ethic

· Ability to be trained

· Manufacturing experience a plus

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

· General Labor

· Operate Forging Presses & Hammers

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

Shift availability:

  • Night Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

  • Merrillville, IN 46410 (Required)

Work Location: In person


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