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Precision Rail Forming Operator

Atlantic Track

Job Description

Job Description

About Atlantic Track & Turnout Co.

Employee-owned. Six decades strong. We manufacture, supply, and service components for railroads, transit systems, and crane runways—with a relentless focus on quality and safety. Join our Richmond, Illinois team as a Precision Rail Forming Operator.

Shift & Training
  • Regular hours: Monday–Thursday, 3:00 pm–1:30 am (2nd shift)
  • Training: Monday–Friday, 7:00 am–3:30 pm (1st shift) before moving to 2nd shift
  • Work location: On-site in Richmond, IL
Role Snapshot
  • Suit up with required PPE (hard hat, steel-toe boots with metatarsal guard, safety goggles, gloves)
  • Run daily pre-checks on bending equipment (look for oil leaks, confirm sensor alignment, position safety mats)
  • Stage rail from carts; utilize overhead and jib cranes for safe movement
  • Validate work/sales orders against material label codes
  • Interpret and mark blueprints to achieve precise bends
  • Record activities and quality notes on check sheets and work orders
  • Transfer finished rails to subsequent operations
  • Maintain a clean, safe workstation and provide a thorough shift handoff to the Supervisor
Minimum Requirements
  • High school diploma or equivalent (GED, HiSET, TASC, etc.)
  • 2+ years’ experience in manufacturing and/or hardscaping
  • Blueprint literacy
  • Ability to use a tape measure accurately to 1/32"
  • Capable of lifting/moving up to 50 lbs
  • Eligible to obtain internal crane and forklift certifications
Preferred
  • Forklift certification
  • OSHA 10 or 30
  • Experience handling large metal materials
  • Background in industrial metal bending
Core Proficiencies
  • Shop Math Skills
  • Experience in a Manufacturing Environment
  • Hardscaping
  • Machine Operation
  • Metal
  • Railroad
Tools/Technology
  • Tape measure (1/32" precision)
Compensation & Benefits
  • Competitive pay
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Employee shared ownership plan
Equal Opportunity

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Make Your Impact

Bring your precision, discipline, and safety mindset to a team that builds the rail infrastructure the world relies on.

Vacancy posted 4 days ago
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