CNC Turret Punch Machinist – Setups, Programming & Quality

Methode Electronics; Rolling Meadows (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Hearing insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Educational assistance

Paid time off

401(k) with company contribution

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Methode Electronics is seeking an experienced operator to set up, run, and maintain CNC turret punch press equipment to fabricate sheet metal parts from flat stock. You will perform tooling changes, run first-time setups for new products, and conduct inspections using calipers and micrometers to ensure part quality.

Responsibilities include performing routine maintenance, supporting production output, and upholding safety standards in a clean, organized work area.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years of experience setting up and operating machines.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Perform machine set-up/changeover on CNC turret punch press equipment to produce the required product or components by making mechanical adjustments (tooling, dies) to meet product specifications
• Perform first time set-up of equipment for new products through programming, profiling, and mechanical/software adjustments
• Operate equipment to achieve production requirements and quality goals. Make minor adjustments to correct machine output as needed
• Perform manual production operations as required, e.g., load and unload sheet metal stock, stage and deburr finished parts
• Use of calipers, micrometers, gauges to inspect machine output to verify proper part configuration and workmanship standards are being met
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance activities in accordance with machine operation manual or maintenance work instruction
• Maintain neat and orderly work areas and comply with all safety rules
• Forklift experience desired or ability to get/maintain forklift certification
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Blueprint reading

English proficiency

Quality inspection

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Job description

Methode Electronics is seeking an experienced operator to set up, run, and maintain CNC turret punch press equipment to fabricate sheet metal parts from flat stock. You will perform tooling changes, run first-time setups for new products, and conduct inspections using calipers and micrometers to ensure part quality.

Responsibilities include performing routine maintenance, supporting production output, and upholding safety standards in a clean, organized work area.