• Machine Operator

    Aerotek (Gurnee, IL)


    Job Title: Machine Operator

    Job Description

    As a Machine Operator, you will be responsible for setting up and operating production filling lines in accordance with established procedures and guidelines. You will ensure product specifications and quality standards are met by facilitating and making necessary adjustments to the equipment.

    Responsibilities

    + Reference the work order to set up the production line appropriately.

    + Lead the process for setting up the production filling lines.

    + Facilitate and lead adjustments needed to settings and make repairs to meet product specifications.

    + Document activities accurately as required using Product History Records (PHRs).

    + Ensure the quality of bottles placed on the line.

    + Monitor product filling and packaging equipment effectiveness.

    + Make adjustments to ensure correct fill levels are established.

    + Communicate with manufacturing leaders about any quality issues.

    + Ensure correct raw materials are used during production.

    + Complete and report all documentation and production logs.

    + Troubleshoot issues on filling equipment to maintain efficient production.

    + Meet and exceed production requirements based on filling line capacity.

    + Maintain work pace to meet production goals.

    + Assist in training other manufacturing personnel.

    + Follow all quality and safety procedures according to company and OSHA standards.

    + Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly work area.

    + Operate forklift and pallet lift as needed.

    Essential Skills

    + Production and machine operation experience.

    + Proficiency with hand and power tools.

    + Experience in documentation and troubleshooting.

    + Inspection and quality control expertise.

    + Forklift and palletizing skills.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Experience doing changeovers on machines.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    Join a rapidly growing company that has acquired five companies over the past eight years. There is an opportunity for contractors to be considered for permanent positions after four months.

     

    Work Environment

     

    Work in a clean production environment where you will be exposed to the smells of cleaning products, including bleach. The machines used are fillers for bottles of cleaning products.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Permanent position based out of Gurnee, IL.

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $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 Gurnee,IL.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 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.