Heavy Machine Operator

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Heavy Machine Operator

By Express Employment Professionals

9/1/2026

Job Title: Heavy Machine Operator
City and State: Carpentersville, IL
Pay Rate: 18.00
Schedule/Shift: 1st shift 10AM-6:30PM
Employment Type: Evaluation to Hire

Summary:
The Heavy Machine Operator is responsible for setting up and operating heavy-duty machinery to perform bending, forming, and balancing operations while meeting production, quality, and safety standards.

Responsibilities:

Set up fixtures and machinery to perform bending, forming, and balancing operations on heavy equipment.
Operate machines to meet expected production rates while monitoring equipment conditions.
Perform first-piece and in-process inspections using micrometers, scales, and fixed gauges, recording inspection data.
Inspect parts during production runs for defects such as burrs or broken punches and notify the set-up person of issues.
Follow prescribed safety practices, engage safety devices, assist with moving materials, and operate other department equipment as directed.

Qualifications:

Previous experience (2–3 months) operating various machines, tooling, and inspection equipment.
Basic math skills, including adding and subtracting.
Ability to read shop orders, check parts against drawings, and use fixed gauges.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform heavy physical work for extended periods.
English speaking preferred; ability to stand for long periods.

Benefits:

Medical Plan
Dental Plan
Vision/Eyewear plan
IL Paid Leave Hours
401k
Life insurance
Prescription drug reimbursement
Short-term disability
Referral bonuses

Four Ways To Apply for this position: (pick one)

Email your resume to crystallakeil@expresspros.com
Apply online and submit the application to the Crystal Lake, IL location
Call or text at 815-788-8556
Visit our office at 580 E. Terra Cotta Ave. Crystal Lake, IL 60014 or 750 S. 8th St. West Dundee, IL 60118

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