Machine Operator - Bender

Here at Atlantic Track & Turnout Co., we lead the way for manufacturing, supply, and service for railroads, transit systems, and crane runways. We’re proud to be employee-owned and take great pride in the exceptional results we consistently deliver for our partners and customers. For over 60 years, Atlantic Track has put our people first to foster strong teams, products, and services that are second to none.

We’re currently seeking a 2nd Shift Machine Operator - Bender I to join our growing team of manufacturing professionals in Richmond, Illinois. The selected candidate will be bending and shaping rail to contribute to final turnout assembly.

This role will support our 2nd shift, which works Monday through Thursday from 3:00pm to 1:30am. Training will be conducted during 1st shift (Monday through Friday from 7:00am – 3:30pm) and then transition to 2nd shift.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Wears and maintains personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hat, steel toe boots with metatarsal guard, safety goggles, gloves

Conducts machine check prior to starting the day’s work, checking for oil leaks, sensor alignment, safety mat placement

Stages material from rail cart to bending working area Operates overhead crane and jib crane to manipulate and move work material

Ensures work and/or sales orders match the label code on the rail material at hand Analyzes blueprint and makes markings to check the overall bend of the rail Completes check sheets and work orders, noting work progress and quality

Relocates completed bent or curved rail to next stage in the work order

Ensures work area is clean, tidy, and safe for the arrival of the next shift

Apprises the Supervisor of the next shift on progress of work and on any outstanding items to be completed

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent (GED, HiSET, TASC, etc.)Minimum of 2 years of experience in a manufacturing and/or hardscaping environment

Ability to read a blueprint

Ability to read a tape measure (down to a 32nd of an inch)
Ability to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 lbs.

Must be able to obtain internal crane and forklift certifications

Ability to work on-site in Richmond, Illinois

Preferred Qualifications:

Forklift certification OSHA 10 or 30 certification

Experience handling large metal material

Previous experience bending metal in an industrial environment

Atlantic Track offers a holistic benefits package, including competitive pay, 401k plan with company matching funds, health / dental / vision insurance options, life insurance, paid time off, an employee shared ownership plan, and more. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

You should be proficient in:

Shop Math Skills Experience in a Manufacturing Environmenthardscaping Machine Operation Metal Railroad Machines  & technologies you'll use:tape measure