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Machine Operator - Brake Press

Grain & Protein Technologies
Paris, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/5/2026
Grain & Protein Technologies/GSI Paris is seeking a talented, passionate, and highly motivated professional to join the team as a Machine Operator - Brake Press . The ideal candidate will be responsible for operating brake press machines & various other machines to fabricate material to specification from job orders and document production data. Candidate works well within the team setting, openly shares perspective in team meetings and contributes to discussions in a constructive manner. You will work onsite at our Paris , IL facility.

Your Impact

  • Follow required safety and work procedures.
  • Set-up, adjust, program, calibrate and perform preventative maintenance on fabrication equipment.
  • Fabricate material to specification, from job order and document production data at a level of output that minimizes production delays.
  • Utilize quality checks to ensure all systems are set for correct operational sequencing and to meet product standards.
  • Maintain a clean and orderly work area to 5S Standards.
  • Implement all aspects of Grain & Protein Technologies/GSI Paris Lean and Quality Management systems.
  • Other responsibilities as assigned.

Your Experience And Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Previous manufacturing experience preferred.
  • Basic computer skills.
  • Understanding of how to use measuring instruments (calipers, protractor, tape measure, steel ruler), read blueprints and operate hand grinder and other hand tools.
  • Ability to read, write and use basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division).
  • Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to follow precise instructions.
  • Ability to operate overhead crane and sit down fork lift
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds on a continuous bases
  • Ability to communicate effectively with peers, managers and across departments.

Your Benefits & Compensation

Expected hourly pay rate for this role will be $21.80-$26.97

Benefits will include the ability to elect health care and wellness plans, dental and vision plans, flexible and virtual work options (where available), 401(k) Savings Plan with company match, paid holidays, paid time off, health savings and flexible spending accounts, reimbursement for continuing education, life insurance, and other supplemental insurance plans.

Your Workplace

You will work onsite at our Paris , IL site.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee works with and near large machinery and equipment daily. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. The employee is exposed to a variety of extreme conditions including temperatures ranging from 40°F to 105°F.

The physical demands here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential job functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or craw and frequently required touse hands and fingers to handle or feel; and reach with hands or arms. The employee must be able to stand for up to twelve hours per day. The employee must continuously lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

The employee must wear personal protective equipment (i.e. eye protection, hearing protection, safety shoes, gloves, sleeves, etc.)

We value inclusion and recognize the innovation a diverse workforce delivers to our farmers. Through our recruitment efforts, we are committed to building a team that includes a variety of experiences, backgrounds, cultures and perspectives.

Join us as we bring agriculture into the future and apply now!

Grain & Protein Technologies/GSI Paris is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.Grain & Protein Technologies is a leading global designer, manufacturer, and marketer of reliable, durable, and innovative equipment solutions for grain, seed, poultry, egg, and swine production. Generating $1.1 billion in annual revenue, the Company serves farmers and agribusiness managers in over 100 countries and currently operates 19 manufacturing facilities across 5 continents, employing more than 3600 people.

The Company goes to market with its strong portfolio of industry leading brands - GSI, Cumberland, AP, Tecno, Cimbria, Aerotech, Reventa, and Euroemme. With its Company Purpose of "Feeding the World Better", Grain & Protein Technologies emphasizes advancing smart technologies and offering innovative technical solutions to make farmers and agribusiness managers more productive and profitable in a sustainable way.

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