Precision Metals Processing Operator

Picture this: It’s 1:00 pm in Northbrook, IL, and you’re stepping onto the production floor at UPM—part of the O’Neal Industries family backed by 100+ years of expertise. Your mission? Help move specialty metals around the world by transforming raw material into precisely cut parts that meet tough aerospace and medical standards.

Your day-in-the-life

• Review orders, confirm specs, and set up your machine to cut titanium, stainless steel, and nickel to exact customer and industry tolerances.
• Load and unload materials safely; keep product flowing efficiently.
• Use precision measurement and inspection tools to verify every part meets quality expectations.
• Monitor machine performance, make adjustments, and troubleshoot basic issues before they become downtime.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Speak up when something looks off—quality and safety come first.

Schedule & location

Monday – Thursday, 1:00pm – 10:30pm; Friday, 2:00pm – 6:00pm

Northbrook, IL 60062 | On-site

Who thrives here

• Reliable team players who show up ready to work.
• Hands-on doers who aren’t afraid of physical work.
• People with mechanical curiosity—and those eager to learn.
• Clear thinkers who can troubleshoot and solve problems.
• Detail-focused contributors who know accuracy matters.
• Manufacturing or warehouse experience is a plus, not a must.

No experience? That’s fine. We’ll train the right person.

Compensation & growth

• Starting wage: $20–$23 with opportunities for advancement & bonuses
• $23/hr to start with opportunities to advance

Benefits

• Health & dental insurance
• Vision coverage
• Boot & safety glasses allowance
• PTO
• Paid holidays + quarterly bonuses
• 401(k) match
• Steady work with room to grow

Why UPM

• Work with high-performance metals serving aerospace and medical applications.
• Stable, growing organization with global reach and advanced technology.
• Real skill-building that can become a long-term career.
• Down-to-earth team. Straightforward work. No nonsense.

Skills you bring (or will quickly build)

• Troubleshooting skills
• Material handling experience
• Precision measurement & inspection
• Excellent communication
• Shop math

Classification

**FLSA STATUS: **Non-Exempt

Join a team driven by continuous improvement, supported by O’Neal Industries’ century of leadership, and help us deliver excellence worldwide.