• Manufacturing Operator- 3rd Shift

    Aerotek (Wheeling, IL)


    Job Title: Medical Machine Operator on 3rd shift

    Job Description

    We are seeking a skilled Microarray Operator to join our team during the night shift, from 10:30pm to 6:30am, Monday through Thursday. This role involves operating and supervising microarray machines to ensure high-quality production output. You will play a critical role in maintaining production schedules, quality standards, and efficiency within a temperature-controlled cleanroom environment.

    Responsibilities

    + Assist in setting the daily schedule, priorities, and task delegation.

    + Supervise and set up machines, including microarrayers, troubleshoot issues, and reject defective products.

    + Monitor team members for quality production output using PLC controls, routine quality inspection checks, integrity testing, and visual inspections.

    + Notify management about the number of rejected products during quality checks.

    + Perform data entry into the ERP systems, Oracle and Oracal, regularly.

    + Follow work instructions, product specifications, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to maintain quality data.

    + Utilize lab equipment such as pipettes, centrifuges, Bio-safety cabinet (BSC), and degas system to support microarray operations.

    + Share knowledge and act as a lead trainer for co-workers and new hires.

    + Conduct equipment preventative maintenance as required.

    + Perform quarterly maintenance activities, including cleanroom cleaning.

    + Adhere to GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice), Safety, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) standards.

    + Handle and discard hazardous materials appropriately.

    + Follow daily and weekly lab cleaning routines utilizing the 5S methodology.

    + Meet daily production goals and minimize downtime.

    + Communicate effectively with the management team and maintenance functions.

    + Participate in department and company meetings.

    + Adhere to the attendance policy.

    + Perform other duties as assigned.

    Essential Skills

    + Experience working in an FDA-approved cleanroom.

    + High attention to detail.

    + Experience operating more than one machine.

    + Experience wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Machine operation expertise.

    + Knowledge of production processes.

    + Experience in cleanroom environments.

    + Familiarity with feeder systems and PLCs.

    + Understanding of ISO standards.

    + Experience with medical device inspection.

    + Proficiency in computer operations.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    Join a team dedicated to improving lives with impactful work that directly impacts patient care. Benefit from a global reach and innovation, collaborating with colleagues worldwide to contribute to healthcare solutions at the forefront of the diagnostic industry. Experience a diverse and inclusive culture that values unique perspectives and offers a supportive, collaborative environment.

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $21.00/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 Wheeling,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.