Posted August 23, 2026
General Operator-Blackening Short Tanks
Hughes Recruiting & Consulting
Rockford, IL, US
Full Time
Job Description
Job Description
Blackening Tank Operator: Rockford, Illinois
Our customer in Rockford, Illinois, is seeking motivated individuals to join their team. We’re recruiting Blackening Tank Operators to work full-time on 1st shift. As a Blackening Tank Operator, you will be responsible for handling blackening tanks, heat treating, straightening, and other general duties in the production environment.
Responsibilities of the Blackening Tank Operator:
- Color metal tools and parts using blackening tanks.
- Place tools/parts into multiple tanks for specific times to achieve desired coloring effects.
- Perform heat treating, straightening, and sawing as needed.
- Use overhead crane regularly to move materials safely.
- Bend and manipulate materials as required.
- Follow all safety procedures and company protocols.
- Complete other production-related duties as assigned.
Blackening Tank Operator Requirements and Qualifications:
- Must be 18 years or older.
- High School Diploma/GED or significant relevant work experience.
- Capable of using measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, and gauges.
- Proficient with hand tools, including drills, screwdrivers, and impact tools.
- Ability to read, write, perform basic arithmetic, and follow verbal and written instructions.
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
- Steel-toed boots/shoes required.
- 1-3 years of experience in a production or manufacturing environment preferred.
Pay for Blackening Tank Operator: $17/hour.
Blackening Tank Operator Benefits:
- Health insurance.
- 401k with company match
- Paid weekly.
- Direct deposit.
- Paid training.
Type: 1st Shift, Full-time
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 6:30am - 3:00pm
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Are you ready to move from the worries of today to your dreams of tomorrow? If so, give Hughes a call. We are the top-rated staffing, recruiting, and HR experts in the region. We are headquartered in Freeport, IL and have 11 locations across Illinois, Wisconsin, and Minnesota. Where we have offices, we have connections to the best local jobs! Walk in our doors and you’ll find friendly professional staff who dig deep, get results, and most importantly have fun! The reviews speak for themselves, at Hughes we quickly hook you up with companies that offer competitive pay rates, great culture & benefits, and a chance to elevate your life. We offer health insurance and 401(k) too to all our employees. To get the ball rolling, visit us online at www.hughesrecruiting.com and complete our application. We’ll be in touch soon!
