Bender Operator

Hennig; Machesney Park (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Hennig in Machesney Park, Illinois, is seeking a skilled operator familiar with CNC and manual bending machines. The ideal candidate will set up, operate, and maintain machines while ensuring parts meet specifications through inspections and adjustments.

Applicants must have experience with blueprints and precision forming operations, alongside proficiency in measuring equipment and basic math skills. This role blends technical expertise with quality control responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret computerized blueprints, drawings, and work instructions.
• Experience with precision forming, bending, and folding operations.
• Proficient in the use of measuring equipment, including micrometers, calipers, protractors, and tape measures.
• Basic math skills required, including addition and subtraction.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC and manual bending machines to produce parts to specification.
• Change tooling and dies as required for each job.
• Upload and run programs through the machine interface; make basic program adjustments as needed.
• Perform first-piece and in-process inspections to verify dimensional accuracy.
• Troubleshoot machine issues and make minor adjustments to ensure quality and efficiency.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance and keep equipment in safe working condition.

Skills

Blueprint interpretation

Precision forming and bending

Measuring equipment proficiency

Basic math skills

Job description

Description

• Set up and operate CNC and manual bending machines to produce parts to specification
• Change tooling and dies as required for each job
• Upload and run programs through the machine interface; make basic program adjustments as needed
• Perform first-piece and in-process inspections to verify dimensional accuracy
• Troubleshoot machine issues and make minor adjustments to ensure quality and efficiency
• Perform routine preventative maintenance and keep equipment in safe working condition

Requirements

• Ability to read and interpret computerized blueprints, drawings, and work instructions
• Experience with precision forming, bending, and folding operations
• Proficient in the use of measuring equipment, including micrometers, calipers, protractors, and tape measures
• Basic math skills required, including addition and subtraction