CNC​/Router Operator - Bolingbrook, IL

Overview

Piedmont Plastics is the leading independent and privately held distributor of performance plastics in North America. Since first opening our doors in 1968 with just one location and five employees, Piedmont has grown to over 50 locations across North America, employing over 650 individuals.

Join a team that works together in a collaborative and winning environment to continuously exceed customers’ expectations. Piedmont Plastics is where solutions take shape.

• Set-up and manage CNC and routers to perform different jobs as per the print/drawing instructions and programming supplied
• Translate engineering drawings and requirements into dimensions for production
• Select bit or machine tool according to type of cut specified on work order and safely attach the bit/tool to the router or CNC machine
• Establish cutting parameters to achieve maximum quality
• Oversee machines while they execute the tasks and make necessary changes to produce improved results
• Check machinery daily to guarantee functionality
• Communicate issues that may arise in the creation of a piece
• Maintain a safe working area and follow established safe work practices
• Use computer to enter records, track material and control inventory
• Pull stock and restock from/to storage locations; removes cut stock from machine and maintains production count

• At least 2 years experience of working with CNC equipment
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents such as blueprints
• The ability to work with micrometers and calipers

• Industry leading wages
• A generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k matching savings plan and paid time off
• An opportunity to work in a growing industry

Note: We are an equal opportunity affirmative action employer and administer all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, genetics or any other category protected under applicable law.