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Job Title: Machine Operator

Job Description

As a Machine Operator, you will have the opportunity to work an amazing shift with built-in overtime and enjoy a 3-day weekend every week. We offer two openings: the 1st shift from Monday to Thursday, 6 AM to 6 PM, and the 3rd shift from Monday to Thursday, 6 PM to 6 AM. Additionally, you may have the chance to work overtime on Fridays for 8 hours each shift.

Responsibilities

+ Review work orders, product specifications, and special instructions to ensure thorough understanding of production requirements.

+ Assist in loading and setting up machines according to instructions.

+ Follow specifications to mix chemical/adhesive solutions and safely pump them into the machine.

+ Monitor the production process closely to quickly identify any quality issues, stopping production if problems are detected.

+ Operate up to two machines competently and assist in operating additional machines as needed.

+ Follow all instructions given by the machine operator II or production manager and ask questions when necessary.

+ Identify all finished products with accurate part numbers, work order numbers, lot numbers, and any other required information.

+ Identify equipment problems and inform maintenance and/or the production manager.

+ Make suggestions to improve quality, efficiency, safety, or communication.

+ Verify that the final product meets quality standards and product specifications.

+ Follow all safety practices and immediately correct or report unsafe conditions, maintaining a clean and orderly work area.

+ Perform other duties as assigned by the department supervisor.

Essential Skills

+ 2 years of machine operating experience.

+ 2 years of manufacturing experience.

+ Ability to read and write English.

+ Ability to follow written work instructions.

+ Experience working on 2nd shift.

+ Ability to lift 50 lbs.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Manual setup experience.

+ Experience with machine operations, setups, and troubleshooting.

+ Ability to read blueprints.

Why Work Here?

You will be joining a family-owned company known for its stability and employee-focused culture. Enjoy participating in numerous employee and community events. Our policy includes an annual performance assessment, typically resulting in a 2-4% raise. You have the potential for promotion to a lead or supervisor role, which would increase your pay rate. Employees receive 96 hours of PTO annually, 9 paid holidays, and a solid 401k match. You will also enjoy the benefit of paid lunch breaks without clocking out.

Work Environment

The facility specializes in making coatings and adhesives, including non-slip walkways, skateboard friction tape, and emergency exit signs. The Lake Bluff location is where materials are mass-produced, and it features large machines about the size of a semi-truck trailer. Be prepared for a strong chemical smell due to the adhesive manufacturing process.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of LAKE BLUFF, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $22.00/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 LAKE BLUFF,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 7, 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.