Live In Knitting Machine Operator Jobs in Palatine, IL

💰 Shift Differentials Up to $2.00/Hour

🏥 Outstanding Benefits Starting Early

📈 Unlimited Growth Opportunities

🌎 9,000+ Employees Worldwide | 40+ North American Locations

What if you could join a company where:

✅ Your hard work is recognized

✅ Training is provided

✅ Advancement opportunities are real

✅ Your earnings grow with experience

✅ You work with cutting-edge equipment

✅ You become part of a global industry leader

If you're motivated, dependable, and ready to build a long-term career in manufacturing, this opportunity was built for you.

We're hiring Machine Operators to join our growing team in a modern, clean manufacturing environment where safety, quality, and employee development are top priorities.

Whether you're an experienced machine operator or have manufacturing experience and are ready for the next step, we want to hear from you!

• Competitive Pay
• $0.50/hr Shift Differential for 2nd Shift
• $2.00/hr Shift Differential for 3rd Shift
• Overtime Opportunities

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Coverage
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Wellness Programs
• HSA Contributions Opportunities

• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Company Match

• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Stable Full-Time Employment

With more than 9,000 employees worldwide and 40+ locations across North America, advancement opportunities are virtually limitless.

Many of our leaders started on the production floor.

As a Machine Operator, you'll play a critical role in producing high-quality fin tube products used across major industries.

Your responsibilities will include:

✅ Setting up and operating Fin Tube milling machines

✅ Loading and unloading materials

✅ Conducting quality inspections throughout production

✅ Identifying material defects and non-conformances

✅ Recording quality data, scrap counts, and production information

✅ Using production tracking systems and machine interfaces

✅ Troubleshooting machine issues and production challenges

✅ Operating overhead cranes when required

✅ Maintaining a safe, clean, and organized work environment

✅ Collaborating closely with Team Leads and Supervisors

✅ Ensuring products meet exact customer specifications and tolerances

This is more than simply pushing buttons.

You'll learn:

🔹 Tube types and material specifications

🔹 Precision measurements and quality standards

🔹 Production troubleshooting

🔹 Machine setup processes

🔹 Advanced manufacturing techniques

🔹 Equipment operation and process control

Comprehensive training is provided.

We invest in your success from Day One.

✔ 6+ months of manufacturing experience

✔ Comfortable standing throughout your shift

✔ Ability to lift up to 50 pounds consistently

✔ Basic math skills

✔ Ability to work with fractions and decimals

✔ Strong attention to detail

✔ Commitment to quality and safety

✔ Ability to follow instructions and production procedures

✔ Spanish-speaking candidates are encouraged to apply

• Machine Operating Experience
• CNC Machine Experience
• Manufacturing Equipment Setup
• HMI Interface Knowledge
• Calibration Experience
• Production System Experience
• Quality Inspection Experience
• Mechanical Aptitude

Don't have every qualification? Apply anyway. Training is available for motivated individuals ready to learn and grow.

You thrive in a fast-paced environment.

You take pride in producing quality work.

You enjoy solving problems and learning new skills.

You show up every day ready to contribute to your team's success.

If this sounds like you, you'll fit right in.

We're not just manufacturing products.

We're helping build a more sustainable future through innovative metal manufacturing solutions that support industries around the world.

Our team continuously pushes boundaries in quality, efficiency, and environmental responsibility.

When you join us, you're joining a company committed to innovation, sustainability, and employee success.

✅ Clean and organized production floor

✅ State-of-the-art equipment

✅ Strong safety culture

✅ Team-oriented atmosphere

✅ Multi-process manufacturing operation with 33 pieces of equipment

✅ Opportunities to learn and work with advanced manufacturing technologies

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with manufacturing, production, machine operation, warehouse, CNC, fabrication, assembly, or industrial experience who are looking to earn more, learn more, and grow with a world-class company.

Join a company that invests in your future, rewards hard work, and provides unlimited opportunities for advancement.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Wheeling, IL.

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $23.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Wheeling,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 19, 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.