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Posted August 15, 2026

Machine Operator

Aerotek
Franklin Park, IL, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description
Machine Operator / Operador de Máquina (3rd Shift / Bilingual)

💰 Pay, Perks & Benefits

  • Starting Pay: $22.00 per hour + Weekly Overtime Available
  • Schedule: 3rd Shift | 10:00 PM – 6:00 AM | Great for night owls
  • Location: Franklin Park, IL (On-Site)
  • Time Off: 3 Weeks of PTO available immediately from Day 1!
  • Bonuses: Profit-sharing bonuses + 401(k) with a 5% company match
  • Full Benefits: Company-paid life insurance, short/long-term disability, and top-tier medical.
  • Culture: Large, supportive bilingual team environment with clear growth and advancement paths.

📋 Requisitos / What We Are Looking For

  • Language: Bilingual (English/Spanish) is required. (Gran ambiente de trabajo bilingüe).
  • Experience: At least 1 year of machine operating or manufacturing experience.
  • Physical: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for the duration of the shift.
  • Skills: Strong attention to detail, minor troubleshooting skills, and a safety-first mindset.

🎯 Responsabilidades / What You Will Do

Join an industry-leading metal manufacturing facility specializing in coil coating and aluminum/steel processing.

  • Operation: Set up, operate, and monitor fast-paced production machinery.
  • Material Handling: Feed raw materials into production lines and keep equipment running efficiently.
  • Quality Control: Inspect finished metal products for defects and customer specifications.
  • Logistics: Package, band, wrap, and prepare processed materials for safe shipment.
  • Maintenance: Perform basic machine checks, preventative maintenance, and minor troubleshooting.

🏭 Work Environment

  • Large, modern metal processing and manufacturing facility (painting, slitting, and finishing steel/aluminum).
  • Fast-paced production setting with a strong focus on teamwork and safety.
  • Supportive, diverse workforce with a large Spanish-speaking employee base.
Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $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 Franklin Park,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 26, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

\nCompany Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.

Company Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.

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