Fastener Thread Rolling Set-Up Operator — Rockford, IL

Can you spot a perfect thread at a glance?

If you thrive on precision and enjoy making machines run at their best, you’ll feel at home here. Imagine stepping up to a well-maintained thread rolling machine, reviewing a blueprint, selecting the right dies, and producing fasteners that pass inspection the first time. That’s the challenge—and the satisfaction—waiting for you.

Your mission

• Set up, operate, and sustain thread rolling equipment to produce dimensionally accurate fasteners
• Verify thread form and size against specifications; document inspections with precision tools
• Keep machines within tolerance through timely adjustments and minor maintenance
• Translate technical drawings into reliable set-ups and consistent results
• Meet output targets while protecting quality and safety standards
• Collaborate with production and quality to troubleshoot and improve processes
• Maintain a safe, clean work area and follow all procedures

What it takes

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1–2+ years of hands-on thread rolling machine experience (required)
• Solid understanding of fastener manufacturing, basic troubleshooting, and machine care (required)
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings (required)

Technical strengths

• Equipment Troubleshooting
• Precision Measurement & Inspection
• Blueprint Reading

Pay, schedule, and perks

• Pay: $30.00–$40.00/hour, commensurate with experience
• Employment Type: Full-time, on-site in Rockford, IL
• Schedule: Monday–Thursday; potential overtime on Fridays
• Shifts: 1st (7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.) or 2nd (5:00 p.m. – 3:00 a.m.)
• Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with company match, PTO, overtime, and training/professional growth

Who we are

Hughes Recruiting & Consulting is a full-service human resources agency headquartered in Freeport, IL, operating 11 locations across Illinois, Wisconsin, and Minnesota. We champion professionalism, pursue excellence, embrace challenges, and enjoy the work we do—connecting great people with great opportunities.

Work authorization

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This role does not offer visa sponsorship or relocation assistance. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Let’s build something precise together

Ready to leverage your thread rolling expertise on a team that values quality and safety? Apply now.