3rd Shift Machine Operator Paying 21-22/hr
Aerotek
**Job Title: 3rd Shift Machine Operator**
**Job Description**
The Machine Operator will be responsible for setting up and running a high-speed printing press or technical machinery, focusing on efficient practices to minimize downtime and setup times while ensuring a quality product is delivered to customers.
**Responsibilities**
+ Set up and operate a high-speed printing press machine.
+ Work with a sense of urgency in a fast-paced environment while maintaining safety standards.
+ Limit scrap waste and deliver it to the appropriate department when the scrap truck is full, accurately tagging for waste reporting.
+ Collect top and bottom sheets (dunnage) to expedite the converting process.
+ Practice good lock out/tag out procedures.
+ Follow reporting processes to accurately complete production paperwork and CTI/HRMS.
+ Mount die boards, assist in the setup of the machine, and ensure continuous operation.
+ Read and understand production order copies for each production run and assist the operator in ensuring quality.
+ Understand machine mechanical functionality and conduct in-depth cleaning of the press when scheduled.
**Essential Skills**
+ 1+ year machine operating experience.
+ Ability to accurately read a measuring tape and ruler and use basic shop math.
+ Ability to work in a high-speed packaging environment, including packaging and labeling.
+ Work with a sense of urgency without compromising attention to detail and quality.
+ Comfort with lifting up to 60 lbs. throughout the day.
**Additional Skills & Qualifications**
+ Proven attendance record validated through references.
+ Drive for results and a strong work ethic.
+ Great attitude with the ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team-first mindset.
**Why Work Here?**
Join a brand new, state-of-the-art facility equipped with cutting-edge technology and machinery. Benefit from competitive wages, a full suite of benefits, and upward growth potential as one of the first employees in the manufacturing facility. Enjoy company-sponsored events, lunches, and conversion opportunities after six months.
**If you're interested in this position, please contact Melissa at (847) 580-2812. Don't miss out on this great opportunity!**
**Pay and Benefits**
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
**Workplace Type**
This is a fully onsite position in Elgin,IL.
**Application Deadline**
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 20, 2025.
**About Aerotek:**
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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