Machine Operator

Job Title:
Machine Operator Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Machine Operator to work on Flexo, Folder, and Gluer lines. The role involves assisting operators with changeovers, setups, and startups of machinery, and loading and unloading machinery with materials. The successful candidate will follow work orders to set up customer orders and specifications, stack orders, palletize, wrap finished orders into bundles, and stage them for shipping.

This position requires manual loading and unloading of machines and using measurement devices for accuracy. The machinery is automated and fast-paced, demanding adaptability to speed and automation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with changeovers, setups, and startups of machinery.

• Load and unload machinery with materials.

• Follow work orders to set up customer orders and specifications.

• Stack and palletize orders.

• Wrap finished orders into bundles and stage them for shipping.

• Manually load and unload machines.

• Use measurement devices for accuracy.

• Bundle cardboard into stacks based on customer orders.

• Load boxes onto the production line.

Essential Skills

• Machine operating experience.

• Experience with setups, changeovers, and startups.

• Ability to adjust machinery for speed, size, and weights.

• Experience in manufacturing, particularly with corrugated, cartoning, or packaging materials.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Familiarity with corrugated or cartoning processes.

• Ability to work independently after training.

Why Work Here?

Join a laid-back work environment that prioritizes quality above all else. You will have the opportunity to work with a small team and gain independence as you become proficient. Our company culture is focused on providing a safe and supportive atmosphere.

Work Environment

The work environment is extremely automated, with opportunities to work both collaboratively and independently after training. Safety is a priority, requiring steel toe boots and provided safety glasses. The dress code is casual, including jeans or work pants and a shirt. The position offers shifts from 2nd shift Monday to Friday, 2 PM to 10 PM, 3rd shift Sunday to Thursday, 10 PM to 6 AM, with training conducted on 1st shift from 6 AM to 2 PM.

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 $25.00 - $28.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable 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.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 31, 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.