Heavy Machine Operator Jobs in Fox Lake, IL (NOW HIRING)

Job Description

The Machine Operator is responsible for the production and inspection of work orders assigned, primarily focusing on the operation, housekeeping, and other functional attributes of the Fin Tube milling centers. This role involves creating products for quality review, preparing and reviewing material scans for production start, conducting quality checks during production, and operating the Overhead crane as needed. A strong focus on quality, troubleshooting tools, and identifying defects in tubes during production is essential. Adherence to all safety and environmental guidelines is required.

Responsibilities

• Set-up and operate Fin Tube machines, understanding tube types, material dimensions, and identifying defects to achieve precise tolerances and finishing requirements.
• Inspect in-process material according to work instructions and report any material not meeting criteria for proper disposition.
• Maintain a clean and safe workplace, ensuring all PPE, equipment safeguarding, and protective devices are functioning according to EHS safety standards.
• Record quality data, scrap counts, and material usage using WFS to ensure accurate inventory and product movements.
• Perform quality checks, load/unload machines, and consistently lift 40-50 lbs.
• Ensure all duties and responsibilities are unique to the facility, with training provided.

Essential Skills

• 6+ months of manufacturing experience.
• Understanding measurement math related to decimals and fractions.
• Ability to stand all day and lift up to 50 lbs.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Machine operating experience and CNC experience are a plus.
• Knowledge of machine function and interface, including HMI input/output, calibration methods, programming, and computer input for production/order operations.
• Good written and communication skills.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. Participate in a retirement savings plan with 401(k) contributions and matching. Benefit from work-life balance through paid vacation and holidays. Explore limitless growth opportunities within a global company with over 9,000 employees worldwide. Engage in unique wellness programs offering healthcare premium discounts and HSA employer contributions. Join a company committed to sustainability with eco-friendly solutions.

Work Environment

Work in a very clean metals manufacturing environment with 33 pieces of equipment and multiple operational processes. Available shifts include 2nd Shift (Monday-Friday, 3pm-11pm), 3rd Shift (Monday-Friday, 11pm-7am), and hybrid shifts, offering flexibility and shift differentials for 2nd and 3rd shifts.

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

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $23.00/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 Wheeling,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 17, 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.