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Production Associate - Chicago, IL (60639)



1ST SHIFT:

7AM - 7PM ROTATING SCHEDULE (4 DAYS ON/3 DAYS OFF)

$18/HR

Job Description

As a Production Associate, you will operate and monitor production equipment to ensure efficiency and compliance with company standards. You will assist in the mixing, packaging, and labeling of food products while maintaining a clean and organized work environment. Adherence to safety and quality guidelines, including HACCP and GMP standards, is essential. Routine checks will be conducted to ensure that product specifications are met, and any equipment malfunctions or safety concerns must be promptly reported to supervisors.

Responsibilities

+ Operate and monitor production equipment according to company standards.

+ Assist with mixing, packaging, and labeling food products.

+ Maintain cleanliness and organization of the work area.

+ Follow all safety and quality guidelines, including HACCP and GMP standards.

+ Perform routine checks to ensure product specifications are met.

+ Report any equipment malfunctions or safety concerns to supervisors.

Essential Skills

+ High school diploma or equivalent.

+ Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.

+ Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.

+ Willingness to work in a temperature-controlled environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Previous experience in food manufacturing or production preferred.

+ Any previous GMP experience.

Why Work Here?

Join a leading global food ingredient manufacturer that specializes in creating customized ingredients for the processed food and foodservice industries. Benefit from working with a company that operates over 30 manufacturing facilities and 24 R&D labs worldwide, providing opportunities for growth and development in the global food ingredient market.

Work Environment

The work environment is a clean, new facility dedicated to food production. The role requires working in a temperature-controlled environment with shifts available on a rotating schedule: 1st shift (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM) and 3rd shift (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM), with a 3 days on/4 off one week and 4 days on/3 off the next schedule.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.85 - $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 Chicago,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 23, 2026.

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.