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Job Title: CNC Brake Press Operator** **Job Description

We are seeking a skilled CNC Brake Press Operator to join our team. The ideal candidate will have prior experience operating and independently setting up Acupress Vision Control CNC Machine Brake Press equipment. This role primarily involves operating the press brake, but also includes responsibilities in other areas of the shop to ensure overall efficiency.

Responsibilities

+ Operate and independently set up the CNC press brake.

+ Organize the plate shop to maintain efficiency and order.

+ Assist in various areas of the shop as needed based on demand.

+ Utilize overhead cranes and forklifts to move materials around the shop.

Essential Skills

+ Experience with CNC Brake Press operations.

+ Ability to read and interpret blueprints.

+ Proficiency in using overhead cranes and forklifts.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience as a Laser Operator.

+ Familiarity with brake press machines and machine programming.

Why Work Here?

Join a dynamic and supportive work environment where your skills are valued and your contributions make a difference. Enjoy the benefits of working in a smaller shop with a close-knit team of around 60 people, where flexibility and collaboration are key.

Work Environment

Work the first shift from 5:00 AM to 1:30 PM, Monday through Friday. There is also the potential to work four 10-hour days from 5:00 AM to 3:30 PM. The shop is a smaller, tight-knit environment with around 60 employees, offering a collaborative and supportive atmosphere.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mackinaw, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.00/hr.

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 Mackinaw,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 20, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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.