Press Break Machinist-Intermediate 1st Shift

S&C Electric Company; Palatine (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

S&C Electric Company in Palatine, IL is seeking a Machinist to form and finish steel parts in a production setting. You will set up and operate manual and CNC punching, cutting, forming equipment, and inspect parts for quality. This role supports a reliable, safety-conscious manufacturing team with strong attention to detail.

The position runs 6:00 am to 2:30 pm, with overtime as required. The hourly base pay is $27.25, and eligibility for an annual short-term incentive bonus is available.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of demonstrated experience with the set-up and operation of manual and computer-controlled punching, cutting, forming machines, or press brakes.
• Ability to use complex shop math, including calculating bend allowances.
• Ability to read complex blueprints and specifications.
• Demonstrated ability using measuring equipment such as micrometers and dial calipers.
• Understanding of CNC controls and programming language.

Responsibilities

• Forming parts of high quality by reading and interpreting complex blueprints.
• Use of simple material handling equipment and overhead cranes to handle dies ranging in weight from 5 lbs. to 1500 lbs.
• Use of 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 such as calipers, micrometers and scales.
• Using programming language to manipulate back gauge into proper position.

Skills

Manual & CNC punching forming

Read blueprints

Measurement tools

CNC controls understanding

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Dial calipers

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!

Hours

• 6:00 am- 2:30 pm (Monday- Friday)
• Overtime Daily or Saturdays as required by Production

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 base pay rate for this position is $27.25. This role is also eligible for S&C’s annual short-term incentive bonus, subject to eligibility criteria.

Join Our Team as a Machinist!

In this job you will form various gauges and types of steel on both mechanical and 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. Duration of set‑ups varies from 30 minutes to 1.5 hours. Once set‑up, a job will run from 30 minutes to 5 hours. 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

• Forming parts of high quality by reading and interpreting complex blueprints.
• Use of simple material handling equipment and overhead cranes to handle dies ranging in weight from 5 lbs. to 1500 lbs.
• Use of 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 such as calipers, micrometers and scales.
• Using programming language to manipulate back gauge into proper position.

What You’ll Need To Succeed

• 1+ years of demonstrated experience with the set-up and operation of manual and computer-controlled punching, cutting, forming machines, or press brakes.
• Ability to use complex shop math, including calculating bend allowances.
• Ability to read complex blueprints and specifications.
• Demonstrated ability using measuring equipment such as micrometers and dial calipers.
• Understanding of CNC controls and programming language.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous manufacturing experience preferred.

Physical Demands

• Standing: All tasks are performed in a standing position with intermittent walking.
• Lifting: Frequent lifting of parts and materials ranging from 5 lbs. to 40 lbs.
• Walking: Occasional walking moderate distances within the production area.
• Carrying: Frequent carrying of parts and production materials.
• Pushing/Pulling: Occasional pushing and pulling of carts, pallet jacks, plating equipment, and other material handling equipment.
• Bending: Frequent bending and crouching to safely handle parts of various sizes and shapes.
• Reaching: Continuous range of motion, including reaching above shoulders and below knees.
• Handling: Continuous handling of parts ranging from small components to larger assemblies.
• Other: Respirator certification will be required. Employees will be required to wear chemical-resistant PPE, including Tyvek suits, gloves, face shields, and other protective equipment while performing chemical-related tasks.

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

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.