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CNC Press Operator - 1st Shift

CST Industries, Inc.
De Kalb, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 1/10/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/8/2026
Position Summary

Set up and operate NC and CNC equipment in fabrication department. Produce parts and components to print and specifications.

Essential Duties And Other Responsibilities

  • Productively set up and operate the NC LVD press, NC fabrication, Wiedermann, 647 and 3700 Whitney (NC and CNC equipment)
  • Perform in-process and final inspection of product using various measuring instruments
  • Edit programs as needed
  • Sharpen punches/dies for above equipment as required throughout the process

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE

  • Successful completion of appropriate technical education, apprenticeship, or equivalent experience

Language Skills

  • Ability to communicate, read and write in English

Mathematical Skills

  • Intermediate Shop Math

REASONING ABILITY

  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints including geometric dimensioning

Computer Skills

  • Ability to do basic data entry

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.

Medium work - Lifting up to 50 pounds, and/or up to 20 pounds frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of constantly to move objects. Moving over 50 pounds requires a lifting device or team lift.

  • Stand / Sit
  • Walk
  • Use hands/fingers
  • Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
  • Talk/hear
  • See
  • Push/pull/reach
  • Repetitive motion

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee works in a manufacturing plant environment with normal exposure to noise, dust, and hazards associated with working in a high traffic, heavy machinery, manufacturing plant. Typical work hours are Monday through Thursday from 6 AM 5-PM (may vary by area in department). Job requires overtime. Work hours may change at Management's discretion with prior notice.

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