Job Title: Production Operator

Job Description

Join our dynamic production team where you will be operating machinery to manufacture high-quality products. You will work on a production floor with a team of experienced professionals, utilizing large kettles and milling machines to process the product. Your role will involve monitoring equipment, managing the flow of products, and ensuring efficient operation of the machinery. You will also prepare and repack containers, operate a forklift, and perform various tasks to maintain the production area.

ResponsibilitiesOperate and monitor milling machines to ensure smooth productionScrape paint from mills into drums and prevent product jams.Prepare drums and repack containers based on customer requests.Lift and move containers weighing 30-50 lbs using a sit-down forklift.Perform miscellaneous tasks such as cleaning and sanitizing during slow periods.Use personal protective equipment as required.Follow instructions for processing and canning requirements.Ensure adherence to quality and testing procedures.Maintain cleanliness of work area.Notify supervisor before leaving the machine unattended.Essential SkillsExperience in production or machine operating (6+ months).Basic math skills.Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.Comfortable working in a hot environment.Additional Skills & QualificationsPrevious production experience.Experience in machine operating and working with chemicals.Forklift experience.Why Work Here

Become part of a rapidly growing company. Enjoy career advancement opportunities, including tuition reimbursement for skilled positions. Benefit from a comprehensive health and welfare plan, FSA, 401k matching, paid time off, and life insurance. Participate in various events, raffles, and receive holiday gifts. Enjoy a modern facility with updated locker rooms and break rooms.

Work Environment

Work in a clean, organized production floor with a hot environment due to manufacturing processes. Follow a Monday to Friday schedule, training on 1st shift for 90 days. Wear mandatory safety equipment including vests, steel-toe shoes, and safety glasses provided by the company. Enjoy a supportive team atmosphere with structured shifts.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of WEST CHICAGO, Illinois.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.50 - $19.00/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 WEST CHICAGO,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 8, 2025.

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\n About Aerotek:\n\n

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.

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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.

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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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