2nd-Shift Wire & Draw Bench Operator — Four‑Day Week

Electron-Beam-Technologies-Inc; Kankakee (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four-day work week

Weekly pay

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Stable, growing manufacturer

Advancement and cross-training

Job summary

Electron Beam Technologies in Kankakee, IL is seeking a dependable Machine Operator for the 2nd shift to run draw bench and wire pulling equipment. You will work with die tooling, monitor tensions, run finishes, and record production data.

The role emphasizes safety, precision, and teamwork; four-day work week, weekly pay, 401(k) match, and opportunities for advancement are part of our benefits.

Qualifications

• Manufacturing machine operation experience required.
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read work orders and production documentation.
• Experience using precision measuring instruments.
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds.
• Comfortable working around moving machinery and rotating equipment.
• Forklift experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate draw bench equipment according to work instructions.
• Pull wire, cable, rod, or similar materials through drawing dies while maintaining proper tension and alignment.
• Monitor machine performance, pull force, speeds, and product quality throughout production.
• Thread material through equipment safely and efficiently.
• Measure finished products using calipers, micrometers, and other inspection equipment.
• Inspect for dimensional accuracy and surface defects.
• Record production data and maintain quality documentation.
• Perform routine machine adjustments and minor troubleshooting.
• Assist with changeovers and preventative maintenance.
• Operate overhead hoists, forklifts, or material handling equipment as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.

Skills

Machine operation experience

Mechanical aptitude

Read work orders

Precision measurement tools

Lifting up to 50 pounds

Safety-conscious

Forklift experience

Tools

Draw Bench

Wire Drawing machines

Tube Drawing equipment

Extrusion Pullers

Cold Drawing equipment

Cable manufacturing equipment

Metal forming equipment

Roll forming equipment

Job description

Electron Beam Technologies in Kankakee, IL is seeking a dependable Machine Operator for the 2nd shift to run draw bench and wire pulling equipment. You will work with die tooling, monitor tensions, run finishes, and record production data.

The role emphasizes safety, precision, and teamwork; four-day work week, weekly pay, 401(k) match, and opportunities for advancement are part of our benefits.