3358 N. Publishers Drive, Rockford, IL 61109 (815) 282-2330
ISO 9000 Compliant · Made in the USA Since 1973
Now Hiring · Rockford, Illinois

If you enjoy learning
and new challenges,
this is your place.

At RG Manufacturing, we are always looking for well-qualified, knowledgeable team members to join our machining and grinding team in the Rockford, IL area.

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Family-owned since 1973 RRVTMA Apprenticeship Sponsor Full Benefits · 401K Match
Why RG

A shop where learning is part of the job — and the team has been building careers here for decades.

All of our set-up and lead team members have been through the Rock River Valley Tooling Machining Association Apprenticeship Program. That investment in our people is why our team produces consistently excellent results for our customers — and it’s why people stay.

If you bring the skills, we’ll bring the machines, the training, and a team that takes pride in close-tolerance work done right the first time.

Benefits

Built for the long haul.

Employees of RG Manufacturing have the following benefits package.

Medical / Health Insurance
Partially paid by company
Health Savings Account
With company match
Dental Insurance
Coverage available
Life Insurance
$10,000 paid by company
Holiday Pay
Paid company holidays
Vacation / Sick Time (PTO)
Paid time off
401K with Matching
Up to 6% match · Loans available
Tuition Reimbursement
Keep learning, on us
Personal Tool Discount
With extended payback
Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
Plus AD&D insurance available
100%

of our set-up and lead team members have completed a formal apprenticeship.

Apprenticeship

Sponsored by RG. Recognized in Rockford.

We sponsor the Rock River Valley Tooling Machining Association Apprenticeship Program, and every set-up and lead member of our team has been through it.

That means when you join RG, you’re joining a shop that takes training seriously — and a team that knows what it takes to become a Journeyman machinist.

Open Roles

Currently hiring

Both roles are based in Rockford, IL. Applicant must have experience operating CNC Mill, Lathe and/or Cutoff Saw.

Open

CNC Operator

Full-time Rockford, IL

We are seeking a CNC Operator to join our team. Applicant must have experience operating CNC Mill, Lathe and/or Cutoff Saw.

Responsibilities

  • Load and unload parts
  • Read prints
  • Measure and record dimensions using calipers and micrometers
  • Conduct routine preventive maintenance
  • Clean-up / Housekeeping

Qualifications

  • Previous experience operating CNC Mills and Lathes
  • Completed a CNC course
  • Familiarity with tooling and gauges
  • Ability to handle physical workload
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Call to apply (815) 282-2330
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Open

CNC Machinist / Set-Up

Full-time Rockford, IL

We are seeking a CNC Machinist / Set-Up to join our team. Applicant must have experience operating CNC Mill, Lathe and/or Cutoff Saw.

Responsibilities

  • Set-up / Operate CNC Mills and Lathes
  • Programming on machine and off-line
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues
  • Measure and record dimensions using calipers and micrometers
  • Read prints and job order
  • Understand Tooling, Gauging and Holding fixtures
  • Conduct routine preventive maintenance
  • Clean-up / Housekeeping

Qualifications

  • Previous experience operating CNC Mills and Lathes
  • Completed a CNC course
  • Familiarity with tooling and gauges
  • Ability to handle physical workload
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Call to apply (815) 282-2330
Apply →
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