CNC Machinist (1st Shift)

S&C Electric Company; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 46,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

S&C Electric Company is seeking a Machinist to join our Metal Finishing Operations department. You will operate automated and manual sheet metal processing machines in a production cell, ensuring quality while handling parts from 30 to 150 lbs., reading blueprints and using precision measuring tools.

Requirements include a High School diploma or GED, 1 year machinist/manufacturing experience, ability to read blueprints, and proficiency with micrometers, calipers, protractors and tape

Qualifications

• High School diploma / GED.
• 1 year of machinist and manufacturing experience a plus.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Ability to use or learn measuring equipment such as micrometers, dial calipers, protractors and tape measures.
• Ability to learn machine controls and programs.

Responsibilities

• Use of computer-controlled sheet metal processing machines to produce high-quality parts by reading and interpreting complex blueprints.
• Using simple material handling equipment and overhead cranes to handle sheet-metal stock ranging from 30 lbs. to 150 lbs.
• Inspecting parts using various measurement tools.

Skills

Read blueprints

Learn machine controls

Education

High School diploma / GED

Tools

Micrometers

Dial calipers

Protractors

Tape measures

Job description

Job Description

At S&C Electric Company, a 100% employee-owned company, we help keep the lights on for people and businesses worldwide. Our manufacturing roles build the equipment that protects the critical infrastructure of the power grid, and each of our team members lends their unique skills to this crucial mission. We empower our people by providing pathways to a long-term career and support them in their professional growth by sustaining a culture founded on respect, strengthened by collaboration, and measured by our shared successes. The manufacturing industry is booming with opportunities to learn new things, expand your skills, and build a long-term career.

Join S&C to make an impact on tomorrow’s energy challenges and become an employee-owner!

Available Shift

• 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM (Mon-Friday)
• Plus, Overtime as needed.

Compensation

At S&C, we are dedicated to providing competitive and equitable compensation for all our team members, with a commitment to transparency in our pay practices.

The starting estimated hourly base pay rate for this position is $22.25 per hour. This role is also eligible for S&C’s annual short-term incentive bonus, subject to eligibility criteria.

Join Our Team as a Machinist!

Are you passionate about Machining? S&C Electric Company is seeking a dynamic individual to join our Metal Finishing Operations department. As a Machinist, you’ll be crucial in ensuring smooth operations and supporting our diverse team. In this job, you will primarily be responsible for operating automated and manual machines as part of a sheet metal processing cell. Machines include automated punching, forming and laser cutting machines as well as manual and automated hydraulic press brakes. You will be working in a production environment where all jobs have a measured standard production rate and you will be held accountable for the quality of your work. Most tasks require good hand/eye coordination and a full range of motion of both hands and arms on a regular and repetitive basis.

Key Responsibilities

• Use of computer-controlled sheet metal processing machines to produce ofhigh-qualityparts by reading and interpreting complex blueprints.
• Using simple material handling equipment and overhead cranes to handle sheet-metal stock ranging from 30 lbs. to 150 lbs.
• Inspecting parts using various measurement tools.

What You’ll Need To Succeed

• High School diploma / GED
• 1 year of machinist and manufacturing experience a plus
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Ability to use or learn how to use measuring equipment such as micrometers, dial calipers, protractors and tape measures.
• Ability to learn machine controls and programs

Preferred

• Experience with set-up and operation of computer-controlled punching, cutting, forming machines, or press brakes

Major Physical Demands

• Standing: Most tasks are performed in a standing position with intermittent walking.
• Lifting: Frequent lifting of items ranging in weight from 5 lbs. to 50 lbs.
• Walking: Occasional walking moderate distances
• Carrying: Frequent carrying of items ranging in weight from 5 lbs. to 25 lbs.
• Pushing: Occasional use of electric hand truck to move parts a moderate distance.
• Pulling: Occasional use of electric hand truck to move parts a moderate distance.
• Bending: Frequent bending and crouching required to perform a variety of tasks. Reaching
• Reaching: Continuous full range of motion from above the shoulders to below the knees.
• Handling: Continuous handling of parts ranging in weight from 5 lbs. to 50 lbs., along with a variety of hand-tools.
• Other: Most tasks are performed in a standing position with intermittent walking.

S&C Electric is committed to equal-opportunity employment. All employees and applicants will be considered without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to complete the application, please email us at [e-mail] .

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About Us

In 1909, S&C Electric Company transformed the delivery of safe, reliable electricity with the invention of the Liquid Power Fuse. Today, as the world faces extreme weather events and the demand for electricity grows, S&C continues to innovate and advance the electrical grid, ensuring reliable and resilient power for homes, communities, and critical infrastructure around the world.

With a diverse, global workforce and core values around integrity, safety, and quality, S&C is a trusted industry leader and top workplace that offers meaningful careers to more than 3,500 team members. As a people-first organization, S&C is committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative workplace where team members advance their careers through robust talent-development programs and involved leadership.

S&C’s deeply rooted belief diversity fosters greater creativity, innovation, and success guides the company to advance and sustain a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace culture.

S&C provides a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes the following (eligibility requirements apply):

• Health and Welfare Benefits: Medical & Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, , Health Savings Account (HSA), Group Life Insurance, optional Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance, Wellbeing Resources including Employee Assistance Program and Family Forming Benefits (i.e., Adoption and Fertility support)
• Leave Benefits: Vacation Time, Sick Time, Paid Holidays and Company Shutdown days, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Other Leaves, Paid Parental Time and Military Leave

Retirement Benefits: 401(k) Retirement Savings and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (KSOP) offering traditional and Roth 401(k) options and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) component; KSOP participants can receive annual ESOP company contributions of over 11% of eligible earnings (3% Core, up to 3.5% Match, Variable Periodic).