**Job Title: Machine Operator** Job Description Join our dynamic production team and work on the floor with a dedicated group of 13 employees per shift. You will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our paint production process, utilizing large kettles and a three-roll milling machine to produce high-quality printing ink. Your responsibilities will include monitoring machinery, operating forklifts, and preparing products for shipment, all while adhering to safety and quality standards. Responsibilities + Monitor and operate the milling machine, ensuring continuous flow and preventing jams. + Scrape paint from the mill into drums and manage the flow of products. + Lift and move containers weighing between 30 - 50 lbs. + Operate a sit-down forklift to transport drums to the staging area. + Prepare the next drum and repack filled containers as per customer requests. + Perform miscellaneous tasks such as cleaning, sanitizing, and sweeping during slow periods. + Use personal protective equipment as required and ensure safety and efficiency in operations. + Process batches of ink following supervisor and Quality Control instructions. + Follow all quality requirements and testing procedures. + Maintain cleanliness of the mill and work area and complete required preventive maintenance. Essential Skills + Machine operating and batch mixing experience. + Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. + Attention to detail and strong mathematical skills. + Basic data entry skills. + Comfortable working in a hot environment. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Previous production experience. + Experience with chemicals and machine operating. + Forklift experience. Why Work Here? Our company is the third-largest producer of inks in North America and is rapidly expanding, providing incredible career opportunities. We offer tuition reimbursement for employees seeking to advance their skills, along with competitive wages. Benefit from a variety of health and welfare plans, including medical, vision, dental, and FSA options. Enjoy a 401k match up to 5%, PTO, paid holidays, and free life insurance. Take advantage of a supportive work environment with free uniforms, steel toe shoe vouchers, and fun employee events throughout the year. Work Environment The production floor is clean and organized, though it can be hot due to manufacturing processes. Employees work Monday to Friday on the first shift from 6 AM to 2:30 PM. Safety is a priority with mandatory steel toe shoes and provided PPE. The facility is being updated with new locker rooms and break areas to enhance the work environment. 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 Sep 18, 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.