Heavy Machine Operator

Northern Kane County Chamber; Carpentersville (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan

Vision/Eyewear plan

IL Paid Leave Hours

401k

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals is seeking a Heavy Machine Operator in Carpentersville, IL. The role involves setting up and operating heavy machinery to perform bending, forming, and balancing tasks while meeting production, quality, and safety standards.

The position runs on the 1st shift (10:00 AM - 6:30 PM) with an evaluation-to-hire employment type. Candidates should have 2–3 months of machine operation experience and be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Experience operating various machines and inspection equipment (2–3 months).
• Basic math skills (adding/subtracting).
• Ability to read shop orders and check parts against drawings.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Set up fixtures and machinery for bending, forming, balancing.
• Operate machines to meet production rates and monitor equipment.
• Perform first-piece and in-process inspections using micrometers, scales, gauges.
• Inspect parts for defects and notify setup person of issues.
• Follow safety practices and move materials as directed.

Skills

Machine operation

Basic math

Reading shop orders

Tools

Micrometers

Scales

Fixed gauges

Job description

Job Title: Heavy Machine Operator
City and State:Carpentersville, IL
Pay Rate: 18.00
Schedule/Shift:1st shift 10AM-6:30PM
Employment Type:Evaluation to Hire

Summary

The Heavy Machine Operator is responsible for setting up and operating heavy-duty machinery to perform bending, forming, and balancing operations while meeting production, quality, and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Set up fixtures and machinery to perform bending, forming, and balancing operations on heavy equipment.
• Operate machines to meet expected production rates while monitoring equipment conditions.
• Perform first-piece and in-process inspections using micrometers, scales, and fixed gauges, recording inspection data.
• Inspect parts during production runs for defects such as burrs or broken punches and notify the set-up person of issues.
• Follow prescribed safety practices, engage safety devices, assist with moving materials, and operate other department equipment as directed.

Qualifications

• Previous experience (2-3 months) operating various machines, tooling, and inspection equipment.
• Basic math skills, including adding and subtracting.
• Ability to read shop orders, check parts against drawings, and use fixed gauges.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform heavy physical work for extended periods.
• English speaking preferred; ability to stand for long periods.
• Medical Plan
• Vision/Eyewear plan
• IL Paid Leave Hours
• 401k
• Life insurance
• Short-term disability

About Express Employment Professionals

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