Manufacturing Production Technician

A day in the life on our 2nd shift

Join MacLean-Fogg in Mundelein, IL and help keep our manufacturing lines running smoothly. As a Manufacturing Production Technician on our on-site team, you’ll arrive Monday through Friday for the 3:30 PM–2:00 AM shift, earn $19.50/hour plus a $2.50 shift differential, and contribute to safe, consistent production. This full-time hourly role regularly offers overtime.

Where you fit

You’ll set up at your station, review work instructions and basic blueprints, and get your equipment humming. Throughout the shift, you monitor processes, make simple adjustments, and verify that each part meets spec using calipers, gauges, and other measurement tools. You’ll record production data accurately, keep your area organized to 5S standards, and call out equipment, quality, or safety issues as soon as they appear.

What you’ll tackle

• Run production equipment following documented procedures and safety practices
• Keep an eye on machine performance and product flow to maintain quality and output
• Inspect in-process and finished parts to confirm they meet requirements
• Perform basic troubleshooting and minor adjustments to sustain operations
• Use measuring devices (calipers, gauges, etc.) to check dimensions
• Read/interpret work instructions, process docs, and basic blueprints; record results accurately
• Maintain a clean, orderly work area aligned with 5S; promptly report issues and hazards
• Support material movement and related production tasks as needed

What you bringRequired

• No formal education credential required
• Comfort following written and verbal directions
• Foundational knowledge of how mechanical equipment operates
• Basic math and measurement aptitude
• Ability to work under general supervision, complete routine work, and troubleshoot at a basic level
• Capability to interpret basic instructions, process documentation, and blueprints

Preferred

• 3–12 months of experience in manufacturing or production

Physical and environmental context

• Standing and walking for most of the shift
• Frequent bending, reaching, and handling of materials/parts
• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs as needed
• Manufacturing setting with noise, moving equipment, and temperature variation
• Manual dexterity for operating equipment and handling parts; visual acuity for inspections and reading gauges/docs

The physical requirements described above represent those needed to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Benefits that support you

Eligible employees across MacLean-Fogg and our affiliated companies have access to a comprehensive program for health, wealth, time away, and growth, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match and potential profit sharing
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• HSA contributions for eligible plans
• Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability
• Paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program and mental health resources
• Virtual healthcare options
• Tuition reimbursement and development opportunities
• Additional wellness, financial, and employee programs

Benefits are subject to applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements.

Explore our full benefits and interactive resources: https://explore.benefits.macleanfogg.app

Pre-Employment Requirements

After a conditional offer, this position requires a pre-employment drug screen. Testing and employment decisions are administered consistent with applicable law.

About MacLean-Fogg

Founded in 1925 and headquartered in Mundelein, Illinois, MacLean-Fogg is a fourth-generation, family-owned American manufacturer. We design and produce engineered components and solutions serving automotive and industrial markets through MacLean-Fogg Component Solutions, OMCO, Mallard Manufacturing, and Threadstrong—united by our values of Integrity, People, Customers, and Stewardship.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Accommodations

MacLean-Fogg and its affiliated companies are equal opportunity employers. We provide equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply, complete an assessment, or participate in the hiring process, contact careers@macleanfogg.com.

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