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As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for day shift wire rope in Chicago, IL is $23.78, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.33 and $27.74 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Day Shift Wire Rope vs Day Shift Rigger?

AspectDay Shift Wire RopeDay Shift Rigger
Required CredentialsBasic safety training, OSHA certificationsOSHA certifications, rigging licenses
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, industrial settingsConstruction sites, heavy lifting environments
Industry UsageUsed for lifting, securing loads with wire ropesUsed for assembling, installing lifting equipment

Day Shift Wire Rope workers focus on handling and maintaining wire ropes, ensuring safety and proper usage. Day Shift Riggers are responsible for setting up and securing loads using rigging equipment. While both roles operate in similar environments and require safety certifications, riggers have additional specialized training for lifting operations. Understanding these differences helps employers and workers clarify job expectations and safety protocols.

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WIRE EDM TECHNICIAN

Precision Resource

Vernon Hills, IL • On-site

$27 - $34/hr

Full-time

Retirement, PTO

Posted 22 days ago

Job description

Precision Resource seeks an experienced WIRE EDM Technician to join our well-established Vernon Hills, Illinois manufacturing division. We're approximately 30 miles north of Chicago and 30 miles south of Kenosha, Wisconsin.  We’re a small-medium sized division of our solid, privately held, global company that innovates and manufactures a high volume of metal parts for automotive, aerospace, hardware and other industries. Our proven quality and safety are driven through our ISO 14001, QMS and IATF registered processes.
You’ll Have

  • Flexible Shift Options.
  • Standard shifts: 4 x 10-hour day weeks, plus some Friday overtime availability.
  • Generous PTO supporting our work-life balance culture.
  • Competitive compensation package with annual bonus potential, very attractive benefits including 401k match with full vesting, and Tuition Reimbursement.
  • Stable foundation and supportive culture with highly skilled technical and operations teams.
  • Approachable, positive, knowledgeable leaders across all departments.
  • Smaller company culture with the best features of a larger, technically advanced global company.

To learn more, visit www.precisionresource.com/careers/

Summary

The WIRE EDM Technician will be responsible for setting up and monitoring our 3 late model GF Wire EDM machines. 

Qualifications

  • At least 2+ solid years of Wire EDM experience. Machine programming ideal but not required.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
  • Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications.
  • Knowledge of English and Metric systems of measurement.
  • Knowledge of visual and dimensional inspection equipment and techniques.
  • Ability to make computer entries and read and follow written technical instructions.
  • Outstanding quality and attention to detail to achieve for high-precision requirements. 
  • Must be able to work independently but also collaborate and communicate well with others.
  • Achieve excellence starting at $26-$34 hourly with annual pay increases and bonus potential. Additional 10% of base rate for 2nd Shift if preferred.

Essential Duties

  • Set up and monitor Wire EDM machines for performance, making adjustments to maintain productivity and quality. 
  • Perform routine checks and machine troubleshooting. 
  • Inspect parts and adjust machine as needed to maintain quality standards.
  • Maintain required documentation.
  • Work collaboratively with Engineers and Tool Room.  
  • Follow all safety and housekeeping requirements

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