Punch Press Operator

nVent•Centralia, IL
•$15 - $28

About The Position

The Punch Press Operator operates CNC machines to fabricate parts, handles materials, performs inspections and paperwork, and maintains a clean, safe, and organized work area. The role involves communicating with coworkers about production runs and reporting defective materials, questionable conditions, and machine malfunctions to a manager or supervisor. Additional duties may be assigned. The position requires a high school diploma or GED. Candidates should be able to perform CNC operating and maintenance tasks, inspect machined products, fabricate parts, read drawings, and use basic measuring tools. The work requires lifting up to 50 pounds and standing for long periods. Overtime may be required as needed.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Ability to perform CNC-related duties, including powering machines up and down, lockout/tagout, calling up and entering CNC programs, completing operator maintenance functions, operating machines, and handling materials.
  • Ability to inspect machined products.
  • Ability to complete and maintain paperwork for parts.
  • Ability to perform fabrication.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability to stand for long periods of time.
  • Ability to work overtime as needed.
  • Ability to read and interpret drawings.
  • Ability to use basic measuring tools.
  • Ability to follow safety and environmental guidelines.

Responsibilities

  • Operate computer numerical control machines to fabricate parts.
  • Load and unload materials onto machines.
  • Detect machine malfunctions, including worn or damaged cutting tools.
  • Load cut parts onto racks, skids, or shelves.
  • Communicate with coworkers regarding production runs.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
  • Perform typical machine shop operations.
  • Detect and report defective materials or questionable conditions to a manager or supervisor.
  • Perform CNC-related tasks, including powering machines up and down, lockout/tagout, calling up and entering CNC programs, completing operator maintenance functions, operating machines, and handling materials.
  • Inspect machined products.
  • Complete and maintain paperwork for parts.
  • Perform fabrication.
  • Follow safety and environmental guidelines.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision plans.
  • Flexible spending accounts.
  • Short-term and long-term disability benefits.
  • Critical illness and accident insurance.
  • Life insurance.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
  • Employee stock purchase plan with company match.
  • Tuition reimbursement may be available.
  • Caregiver, personal, and parental leave may be available.
  • Back-up care services may be available.
  • Paid time off, including volunteer time, may be available.
  • Well-being program may be available.
  • Legal and identity theft protection may be available.
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