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Punch Press Setup/Operator

Gables Engineering, Inc.
$18.60/Hour
medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, paid time off, long term disability, 401(k)
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Feb 05, 2026

Switchcraft/Conxall is a leading supplier of connectivity solutions to a variety of markets in the electronics industry. As a US manufacturer of connectors and cables, Switchcraft/Conxall continues to grow by releasing innovative new products and working directly with OEM design engineers to solve their biggest connectivity challenges.

We are currently searching for a Punch Press Setup/Operator to join our team.

Location: Chicago, IL (Jefferson Park)

Shift: M-F 7 am - 3:30pm

Pay: $18.60/Hour



  • Under moderate supervision, sets-up and operates various types of single stroke and automatic punch presses.
  • Operator may be required to set-up and operate more than one punch press concurrently, depending on type of tooling and/or work load.
  • Set-up of press requires the placing and clamping of the die in the press, making adjustments of the press and related equipment, mounting of raw material on reel, making 1st parts for set-up approval, and inspection of samples.
  • Operation of press requires running of press, monitoring part quality, making equipment adjustments when necessary, and removal of parts to department staging area.
  • Other tasks that are required, include (but not limited to) removal of unused raw material, emptying of scrap pans, making boxes for parts, filling out associated paperwork, maintaining lubrication of dies, presses, and equipment, and maintaining a safe work area.


  • Must be able to consistently lift 40 lb. boxes and scrap bins.

  • Individual in this classification must have basic math and blueprint reading skills.



  • Previous machine, or equivalent experience required.





Benefits

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short Term/Long Term Disability

Commuter benefits

Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

401k

Referral Program

Parental Leave

Healthy Rewards

EOE M/F/Disabled/Vet

This company is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, gender, disability or protected veteran status.

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