Posted: Aug 6, 2025

CUTTING DEPARTMENT – LASER AND TURRET PUNCH PRESS SETUP/OPERATOR

HFI Manufacturing - St. Charles, IL
Full-time
Salary: $18.00 - $25.00 Hourly
Application Deadline: Sep 30, 2025
Manufacturing

CUTTING DEPARTMENT – LASER AND TURRET PUNCH PRESS SETUP/OPERATOR


Reports to: Plant Operations – General Manager
Location: West Chicago

FSLA Classification: Non-Exempt


Summary of Position:


Set-up, Operate Lasers and Turret Punch Presses. Includes setup, tooling and loading in machine to produce a variety of small, medium and/or large parts, ranging from simple to complex, which are within prescribed tolerances.


Job Duties:


Department Lead
• Operates Computer Numerical Control (CNC) on respective AMADA brand equipment
• Performs machine set-ups, adjusting and loading tooling, and making changes at the controls for parts as required for specifications set forth in blueprints, drawings, engineering orders, etc.
• Check parts for conformance to prescribed tolerances


Operator/Setup
• Report problems with quality, processes, equipment and/or materials to Supervisor or Quality Control Specialist (QC)
• Setup and operate machines, independently with limited supervision
• Ensure the work area is kept clean and free from hazards
• Collaborate with other departments as needed
• Assist in departmental measurable goals relating production concerns, quality and efficiency
• Assist in monthly inventory count to ensure proper inventory control
• Actively look for ways to improve the profitability and productivity of the company


Skills and Experience Required:


• Experience welcomed but not necessary, willing to train the right motivated individual
• Ability to interpret documents and drawings
• Must be able to use mathematics to solve problems
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work
• Must be organized and pay close attention to detail to optimize quality processes and increase efficiency
• Be able to lift up to 50 lbs. routinely
• Ability to stand for minimum of 8 hours


Education or Experience:


• High School Diploma or equivalent (Required); College Degree preferred
• United States Work Authorization (Required)
• Experience with any of the following is a plus: Amada Vipros, Amada EMK, Amada AE, Turret Press   Machines, Mitsubishi Laser 1-3 years experience preffered 


**Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice