Assembly Production Associate Jobs in Buffalo Grove, IL

Job Title: Production Associate

Job Description

The Production Associate position involves manufacturing reagents following established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP). Key responsibilities include weighing, mixing, filling, packaging, and maintaining accurate records. The role also requires maintaining the production area and all associated equipment in good condition.

Responsibilities

• Fill cubitainers, bottles, or pouches, perform kit assembly and packaging, manage packaging equipment, and ensure proper labeling based on the product being manufactured.
• Complete documentation thoroughly and accurately at each stage of production.
• Maintain accountability and traceability of non-inventory production items.
• Perform production operations efficiently to meet the production schedule and ensure timely delivery to customers.
• Conduct rework procedures as required by established SOPs.
• Keep the production plant and equipment clean and orderly on an ongoing basis.
• Participate in the yearly inventory count.

Essential Skills

• Experience with assembly, production assembly, manufacturing, and handling hand tools and test equipment.
• 1+ year of manufacturing or production experience.
• High School Diploma.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds consistently.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in GMP is beneficial.

Why Work Here?

Join a dynamic team where you can contribute to advancing healthcare technology. Our organization is renowned for distributing and supporting innovative diagnostic analyzers and systems across the Western Hemisphere. We value a collaborative environment and offer opportunities for growth and development.

Work Environment

The role is located in Mundelein and Vernon Hills, with a first shift schedule from 8am to 4:30pm. The work environment is a production setting that requires a commitment to maintaining cleanliness and organization.

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

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $21.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in Mundelein,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 10, 2026.

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.

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.