Punch Press Operator

Punch Press Setup Operator 1st Shift (4-Day Work Week!)Location: Schiller Park, ILShift: 1st Shift | 6:00 AM 4:30 PM | Monday Thursday (Enjoy a 3-Day Weekend! Fridays optional/as needed 6 AM 12 PM)Position Type: Full-Time, PermanentBenefits: Comprehensive healthcare package, retirement benefits, paid time off, and structured paths for technical career advancement.Why Work Here?Looking for a clean, highly organized shop where you actually have room to work? We run a spacious, well-lit, state-of-the-art metal fabrication facility where every operator is given their own independent space to succeed.We don't just run small stampingswe operate massive, powerful machinery ranging from 100-ton to 600-ton presses (including top brands like Stamtec, Walsh, Niagara, and Brown Boggs). If you are looking for a supportive environment where you can expand your heavy-gauge technical skills, get weekends off, and work with a premium fleet of machinery, this is your next home.Key Responsibilities:Complete Machine Setup & Die Setting: Independently set up, adjust, and tear down dies on assigned punch press machinery according to documented blueprints and work instructions.Production & Troubleshooting: Safely load heavy metal coils into feeders, run production samples, and proactively troubleshoot alignment or tolerance issues to ensure perfect parts.Precision Quality Control: Measure and verify finished components using precision inspection tools, including micrometers, calipers, and gauges. Meticulously inspect for visual or dimensional defects.Equipment Maintenance & Safety: Inspect dies for wear, overloads, or improper maintenance, reporting issues to the foreman. Maintain a pristine, organized workspace around your press.Material Handling: Safely operate a forklift to transport heavy metal coils, tooling, dies, and finished products throughout the facility.Position Requirements (What You Bring):Experience: At least 2+ years of hands-on punch press setup and operation experience within a high-volume production, metal stamping, or fabrication environment.Die Setup Expertise: Proven ability to independently handle physical machine setups, including die setting, feeding adjustment, and tonnage adjustments.Precision Tool Literacy: Highly proficient in reading detailed work instructions and utilizing precision measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, depth gauges).Heavy Tonnage Comfort: Comfortable working around large-scale industrial presses in the 100-ton to 600-ton capacity range.Logistics: Ability or willingness to operate a forklift. Strong track record of reliable attendance and punctuality.Preferred Qualifications (A Plus, Not Required):Direct experience with brands like Stamtec, Walsh, Niagara, or Brown Boggs.Familiarity with preventative die maintenance and troubleshooting common tooling issues.How to Apply:Take control of your work-life balance with our reliable 4-day work week schedule and competitive benefits. Apply today for immediate consideration!Job Type & Location: This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Schiller Park, IL.Pay and Benefits: The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)Workplace Type: This is a fully onsite position in Schiller Park, IL.Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Oct 12, 2026.About AerotekAerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.