Bending Machine Operator I — Day Shift

Job overview

The Bending Machine Operator I — Day Shift is an onsite role in Machesney Park, IL, paying $20–$22 per hour. Hennig’s production work includes fabricating components to engineering specifications. This entry-level position develops the skills needed for independent bending-machine operation while supporting safe, accurate, and timely production. The operator uses drawings and measuring tools, documents production, checks part dimensions, and follows work-center quality and safety procedures.

What you'll do

• Learn bending-machine operations, safety requirements, production processes, and company procedures under direct supervision. Use computer systems to access drawings and production information
• measure and inspect parts
• verify dimensions against drawings and tolerances
• complete production documentation
• load and operate a designated bending machine
• perform routine troubleshooting
• use power and hand tools
• and follow applicable quality and safety procedures, including safe forklift and crane use.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

bending machine operator

manufacturing

machesney park il

hennig

$20–$22/hr

engineering drawings

part inspection

production documentation

machine operation

forklift

crane

quality and safety

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision
• 401(k) with company match
• company-paid life insurance
• 10 paid holidays
• wellness program and health club reimbursement
• safety shoe and glasses reimbursement
• discretionary annual bonus.

Why this role

Entry-level training role; high school diploma or GED and one year of manufacturing experience operating press brakes or similar bending equipment are required.

About the employer

Hennig is hiring for this role. Industry: All Other Miscellaneous Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing. Sector: 33.