1st shift PUnch Press Operator

Kelly Services; Wood Dale (IL); On-site; USD 63,039,000 - 80,231,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Full-time employment

Job summary

Kelly Services in Wood Dale, IL is seeking a Direct Hire Turret Punch Press Operator to set up and operate Amada turret punch presses to produce quality parts per blueprints and specifications.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with machine setup, tooling, blueprint reading, dimensional inspection, and troubleshooting in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Hours: Mon–Fri 6am–4:30pm + Saturdays as needed; pay $22–$28/hr with full benefits.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience operating turret punch press machines, Amada experience strongly preferred.
• Experience performing machine setups independently.
• Strong blueprint-reading skills and attention to detail.
• Experience using measuring and inspection tools and maintaining quality.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and run Amada turret punch press machines, including the AE 2510NT and EMK 3612.
• Perform complete machine setups, including tooling, machine adjustments, and material loading.
• Read and interpret blueprints, job travelers, work orders, and production specifications.
• Adjust machine settings as needed to maintain dimensional accuracy and part quality.
• Inspect completed parts using appropriate measuring tools to verify specifications.
• Identify and troubleshoot machine, tooling, setup, and production issues.
• Monitor production to maintain quality and productivity expectations.
• Follow established safety and quality procedures.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Work collaboratively with supervisors, leads, Quality, and other production team members.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Measuring & inspection tools

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Detail orientation

Dependable attendance

Independent work when trained

Tools

Amada AE 2510NT

EMK 3612

Job description

Direct Hire Turret Punch Press Operator

Location: Wood Dale, IL

Hours: Monday–Friday 6am – 4:30pm + Saturdays as needed

Pay: $22-28 based on experience

Full Benefits Package

Position Summary

The Turret Punch Press Operator is responsible for setting up and operating Amada turret punch press equipment to produce quality parts according to blueprints, job travelers, and customer specifications.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with machine setup, tooling, blueprint reading, dimensional inspection, and troubleshooting in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and run Amada turret punch press machines, including the AE 2510NT and EMK 3612.
  
• Perform complete machine setups, including tooling, machine adjustments, and material loading.
  
• Read and interpret blueprints, job travelers, work orders, and production specifications.
  
• Adjust machine settings as needed to maintain dimensional accuracy and part quality.
  
• Inspect completed parts using appropriate measuring tools to verify specifications.
  
• Identify and troubleshoot machine, tooling, setup, and production issues.
  
• Monitor production to maintain quality and productivity expectations.
  
• Follow established safety and quality procedures.
  
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
  
• Work collaboratively with supervisors, leads, Quality, and other production team members.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience operating turret punch press machines; Amada experience strongly preferred.
  
• Experience performing machine setups independently.
  
• Strong blueprint-reading skills.
  
• Experience using measuring and inspection tools.
  
• Good mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability.
  
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
  
• Dependable attendance and punctuality.
  
• Ability to communicate effectively and work as part of a team.
  
• Ability to work independently once trained.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay based on experience.
  
• Opportunity to grow with a rapidly expanding manufacturing company.
  
• Cross-training and opportunities to develop additional manufacturing skills.
  
• Potential advancement into lead, technical, and other positions as the company continues to grow.
  
• Modern manufacturing equipment and continued investment in production capabilities.
  
• 401(k) plan.
  
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
  
• Paid time off.
  
• Full-time, stable employment.