S&C Electric Company

Press Brake Machinist-Intermediate 1st Shift

Palatine, Illinois · On-site · Posted 17 days ago

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About the role

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 TAsupport@sandc.com. 

No fixed Deadline

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Visa sponsorship history

  • 3 H-1B petitions approved for S&C ELECTRIC COMPANY in fiscal year 2023 (USCIS).
  • 1 tech position approved through LMIA for S&C Electric Canada Ltd, 2025Q2 to 2026Q1 (ESDC).

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