Car Key Programmer Jobs in Elgin, IL (NOW HIRING)

Job Title: Warehouse Worker

Job Description

This role supports a fast-growing warehouse operation that refurbishes and resells car key fobs. You work in one or more departments, including receiving and sorting incoming products, re-programming key fob technology, assembling and replacing small parts, order picking, and shipping. The position offers the opportunity to move into a permanent role with full-time benefits and to grow within a stable, expanding organization.

Responsibilities

• Receive incoming key fobs and related materials and accurately sort them into designated areas.
• Pick customer orders from inventory using established warehouse procedures.
• Pack and package products securely to ensure safe and accurate shipment.
• Perform basic assembly work, including replacing small parts on key fobs as part of the production process.
• Support technology-based tasks such as handling and re-programming key fob computers after training.
• Inspect products for quality, accuracy, and completeness before orders move to the next stage.
• Prepare orders for shipment, including labeling, staging, and coordinating with shipping processes.
• Assist with general warehouse duties such as utility work, organizing inventory, and maintaining a clean, safe work area.
• Work flexibly across different departments (receiving, sorting, technology, production, picking, and shipping) and adapt to assigned tasks.
• Follow all safety guidelines, including proper lifting techniques and use of appropriate footwear.
• Participate in voluntary overtime opportunities when desired to support production and shipping needs.

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

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/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 Vernon Hills,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 11, 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.