Press Brake Machinist (3rd shift)

S&C Electric Company; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 61,992,000 - 70,258,000; Full time

Job summary

S&C Electric Company is hiring a Machinist – Basic in Chicago. You will operate CNC and manual machines to produce precision parts, interpret blueprints, and perform basic maintenance. The role requires reading drawings, basic math, and safe handling of equipment.

Typical shift is 10:00 PM – 6:30 AM, Monday through Friday, with overtime as needed. Compensation starts at $22.25/hour plus eligibility for an annual incentive bonus. Email [e-mail] for applications.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 1+ year experience operating manual and CNC punching, cutting, forming machines or press brakes.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret specifications.
• Basic math and measurement skills; good communication.

Responsibilities

• Operate manual and CNC machines to fabricate parts per specifications.
• Set up machines with appropriate materials for each job.
• Interpret blueprints and technical drawings to ensure correct fabrication.
• Perform basic maintenance and report issues promptly.
• Utilize overhead crane and other material handling equipment safely.
• Complete first-piece inspection and document results.
• Maintain fabrication records and track job order progress.
• Deburr parts and ensure readiness for further processing.
• Meet department targets and adhere to quality and safety standards.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma/GED

Tools

Calipers

Measuring instruments

CNC machines

Overhead crane

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.

Available Shift

• 10:00 PM – 6:30 AM (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 estimated hourly starting 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!

The Machinist – Basic is responsible for operating a variety of machines, including both CNC and manually-controlled equipment, to produce precision parts for S&C products. The Machinist interprets blueprints in order to determine part specifications and uses various machines to craft them. They also complete basic documentation and maintenance tasks to ensure processes run smoothly and move materials when needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate various 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.

What You’ll Need To Succeed

• High School diploma/GED
• 1+ year of demonstrated experience with the operation of manual and computer-controlled 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.

Preferred

• 1 year of machinist and manufacturing experience a plus
• Relevant Work Experience
• 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].

No fixed Deadline

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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).

About The Team

In (Production Operations/QA) we are responsible for maintaining S&C's longstanding reputation for quality products. While constantly integrating the latest technology into S&C's processes and adhering to the highest standards of quality, our work solidifies the trust our customers have in S&C that our equipment will be integral to solving tomorrow's energy challenges. We strive for continuous improvement in everything we do, knowing that our work impacts our customers, out team members, and our world.