Forming Technician

Now hiring for a Forming Technician

Location: Santa Fe Springs, CA

Pay Rate: $20.00 – $21.50 per hour

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–2:30 PM; possible weekend overtime

Work You Can Be Proud Of.

As a Forming Technician in Santa Fe Springs, you’ll put in real effort and see real results. You’ll help build products people use every day and get paid fair for doing it right.

Looking for Forming Technician jobs in Santa Fe Springs where hard work drives every shift? This opportunity lets you help manufacture quality products, support production goals, and contribute to a team that keeps operations running safely and efficiently.

Job Duties

• Perform mechanical forming using hydraulic presses and tooling.
• Prepare materials and parts for forming operations.
• Safely handle hot parts during operations, including material up to 1,600°F.
• Inspect and document straightness, flatness, angles, and other required dimensions.
• Protect customer inventory from loss or damage.
• Maintain strong safety and housekeeping standards.
• Assist other team members and complete additional production tasks as assigned.

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous manufacturing or production training is beneficial.

Experience Requirements

• Ability to work safely in manufacturing and production environments.
• Ability to follow written work instructions, production procedures, and quality standards.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain productivity and consistent quality.
• Mechanical aptitude and the ability to safely operate basic production equipment when required.
• Dependable attendance, teamwork, and a commitment to workplace safety.
• Level C – Entry Level: 0–24 months of experience; willingness to learn hydraulic press and metal forming operations.
• Level B – Mid-Level: 2–3 years of metal forming experience with knowledge of heat treating.
• Level A – Senior Level: 3–5 years of metal forming experience with heat-treating knowledge; ability to assist with training junior technicians.
• Ability to follow work instructions, safety procedures, and production requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing, assembly, production, warehouse, or industrial experience is preferred.
• Experience operating production equipment, performing quality inspections, or meeting production goals is beneficial.
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement practices, or workplace safety procedures is considered an asset.
• Individuals who demonstrate reliability, adaptability, teamwork, and a strong work ethic are well positioned for success as a Forming Technician.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform repetitive production tasks throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift materials, components, or finished products weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to safely operate around production equipment and moving machinery.
• Ability to maintain productivity while working in fast-paced manufacturing environments.

Benefits

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance for added peace of mind.
• Optional 401(k) Plan to help you prepare for the future.
• Safety-Focused Manufacturing Environment with opportunities for advancement and skill development.

“Manufacturing work is fast paced and physical. Pay is good.” – Staffmark Production Associate

What You Will Do

As a Forming Technician you will support daily manufacturing operations by assembling products, operating production equipment, inspecting finished goods, packaging materials, maintaining production standards, and following established work instructions. You will help keep production areas clean and organized, monitor product quality, meet production goals, and contribute to safe, efficient manufacturing operations.

The Forming Technician plays an important role in manufacturing by supporting production processes that transform raw materials into finished products. This position requires attention to detail, dependability, and the ability to work efficiently in fast-paced production environments.

Successful Forming Technician candidates understand manufacturing procedures, workplace safety, production quality, and teamwork while supporting efficient daily operations. Consistent performance contributes directly to operational success.

This role rewards individuals who enjoy hands-on manufacturing work.