Tapping Operator - 2nd Shift

Role Summary

Tapping Operator performs work associated with the operation of assigned mechanical equipment in a manufacturing environment.

Job Details

• Position Type: Hourly, Full Time

• Work Hours: 2nd Shift: 3PM-11:30PM

• Pay Range: $16.00 - $19.00/hour, depending on experience

• $2 shift differential for 2nd shift

• Work Location: Extrusion Sciences (ES) (2551 Wacker Road in Savanna)

• Reports to: Production Supervisor

Key Responsibilities

• Run assigned mechanical equipment efficiently and safely

• Ensure all produced items meet quality control requirements

• Perform moderately advanced troubleshooting of equipment and make necessary adjustments

• Utilize measuring instruments to verify product specifications

• Read and interpret blueprints when applicable

• Complete first piece inspections as needed

• Complete all necessary documents fully and accurately

• Follow all Safety, Environmental and Quality policies and procedures

• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills/Competencies

• Machine operation

• Precision measurement

• Ability to interpret work instructions

• Ability to follow written and verbal directions

• Documentation

• Basic mathematical skills

Qualifications (Required)

• Experience: Typically requires a minimum of 3 years of experience

• Solid experience in the setup and operation of machinery, with a proven track record of applying knowledge to complex tasks.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift up-to 50 pounds repeatedly

• Required to stand for extended periods

• Must be able to push/pull objects up to 50 pounds

• Frequent bending and stooping required

• Frequent bending and stooping required

• Must be able to work in noisy environments.

At MacLean-Fogg, you’ll be part of a global manufacturing leader with a 100-year legacy of innovation and excellence. We partner with some of the world’s most iconic brands to create high-quality fasteners, components, and engineered solutions for industries that shape the future. With the recent addition of Mallard Manufacturing, we’ve expanded into industry-leading gravity flow solutions for material handling. Here, your ideas and skills will make an impact—driving cutting-edge solutions, advancing sustainability, and helping build a better tomorrow. Join a collaborative team where your contributions matter and your career can thrive.