Night CNC & Manual Machinist - Employee-Owned | Overtime

S&C Electric; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

Job summary

S&C Electric Company is seeking a Machinist to operate manual and CNC machines, set up equipment, read blueprints, and ensure precise fabrication. You will inspect parts, perform routine maintenance, and maintain records to support quality and efficiency in a manufacturing environment.

The role requires 1+ year of machining experience, attention to safety, and the ability to work with hand tools, calipers, and measurement devices. Overtime may be required in a team-driven plant setting.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of demonstrated experience with the operation of manual and CNC punching, cutting, forming machines, or press brakes.
• Ability to use hand tools and precision measuring instruments such as scales and calipers.
• Basic knowledge of machine controls and programs.
• Ability to read blueprints
• Ability to work independently and meet requirements of assigned materials requests.
• Good communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to articulate information efficiently and effectively to team members in a variety of production support departments.
• Basic computer skills with the ability to review and respond to requests via internal applications.
• Basic math skills with the ability to calculate quantities, weights, and measurements.
• Good interpersonal and organizational skills with the ability to understand and complete requests given by team member inside and outside of the department.
• Ability and willingness to follow Health Safety & Environment procedures accurately, reporting concerns promptly to the safety action team.

Responsibilities

• Operate manual and CNC machines to fabricate parts according to standard specifications.
• Set up machines with the appropriate materials needed to complete the job.
• Interpret blueprints, drawings, and other technical specifications to understand the requirements for basic parts and ensure accurate fabrication.
• Perform basic routine maintenance on machines and tools to ensure longevity and quality fabrication, including cleaning and reporting mechanical/electrical issues to department leaders.
• Utilize an overhead crane and other material handling equipment to safely position materials for machining.
• Complete the first-piece inspection of parts using various measurement tools, confirming that the pieces are the correct material, quality, and specifications before beginning the machining process.
• Maintain accurate records of fabrication activities, including tracking the progress of job orders and documenting corrective action needed for the machine, part, or process.
• Deburr metal parts using hand and/or power tools, ensuring materials are safe to handle and are in a state that's ready for further processing.
• Meet department targets and consistently adhere to quality and safety standards.
• Understand and comply with all applicable Company policies and rules.

Skills

Machining experience

Hand tools

Calipers

Blueprint reading

Machine controls

Basic math

Education

High School diploma/GED

Tools

Punching/CNC machines

Press brakes

Job description

S&C Electric Company is seeking a Machinist to operate manual and CNC machines, set up equipment, read blueprints, and ensure precise fabrication. You will inspect parts, perform routine maintenance, and maintain records to support quality and efficiency in a manufacturing environment.

The role requires 1+ year of machining experience, attention to safety, and the ability to work with hand tools, calipers, and measurement devices. Overtime may be required in a team-driven plant setting.