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Tool Maker

Rantoul, IL

$24.50 - $31.75/hr

Operate a variety of manual and CNC machines including lathes, mills, surface grinders, and EDM machines. * Perform precision measurements using micrometers, calipers, and gauges to verify dimensions.

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Tool Maker

Rantoul, IL

$24.50 - $31.75/hr

Operate a variety of manual and CNC machines including lathes, mills, surface grinders, and EDM machines. * Perform precision measurements using micrometers, calipers, and gauges to verify dimensions.

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Tool Maker

Rantoul, IL

$24.50 - $31.75/hr

Operate a variety of manual and CNC machines including lathes, mills, surface grinders, and EDM machines. * Perform precision measurements using micrometers, calipers, and gauges to verify dimensions.

Vital Hires

Custom Applicator

Tuscola, IL · On-site

Operate GPS/Autosteer technology that goes along with the machines * Apply fertilizer and chemicals both safely and efficiently * Light mechanical duties to keep equipment maintained * Mix and ...

Costco Wholesale Corporation

Maintenance Clerk

Champaign, IL · On-site

$17 - $20.50/hr

Ability to operate vehicles, equipment or machinery. * Assists with department duties as necessary. * Assists in other departments of the warehouse as necessary. For additional information about pay ...

Costco Wholesale Corporation

Meat Cutter

Champaign, IL · On-site

$15.25 - $20.25/hr

Ability to operate vehicles, equipment or machinery. * Assists with department duties as necessary. * Assists in other departments of the warehouse as necessary. For additional information about pay ...

Costco Wholesale Corporation

Meat Cutter

Champaign, IL

$15.25 - $20.25/hr

Ability to operate vehicles, equipment or machinery. * Assists with department duties as necessary. * Assists in other departments of the warehouse as necessary. For additional information about pay ...

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Tool Maker

Urbana, IL

$26.75 - $34.50/hr

Machine details using manual mills, lathes, surface grinders, drill presses, and saws. Apply basic ... Operate over head industrial cranes and forklifts Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent.

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Tool Maker

Urbana, IL · On-site

$26.75 - $34.50/hr

Machine details using manual mills, lathes, surface grinders, drill presses, and saws. Apply basic ... Operate over head industrial cranes and forklifts Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent.

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Tool Maker

Urbana, IL · On-site

$35/hr

Machine details using manual mills, lathes, surface grinders, drill presses, and saws. Apply basic ... Operate over head industrial cranes and forklifts Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent.

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Tool Maker

Urbana, IL · On-site

$26.75 - $34.50/hr

Machine details using manual mills, lathes, surface grinders, drill presses, and saws. Apply basic ... Operate over head industrial cranes and forklifts Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent.

Flex-N-Gate

Tool Maker

Rantoul, IL · On-site

$35/hr

Operate a variety of manual and CNC machines including lathes, mills, surface grinders, and EDM machines. * Perform precision measurements using micrometers, calipers, and gauges to verify dimensions.

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How much do machine operate jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for machine operate in Champaign, IL is $18.21, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $19.52 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Machine Operate vs Equipment Operator?

AspectMachine OperateEquipment Operator
CredentialsTypically requires a high school diploma and on-the-job training or certificationsSimilar credentials, often includes certifications for specific equipment
Work EnvironmentFactories, manufacturing plants, construction sitesConstruction sites, industrial facilities, warehouses
Industry UsageManufacturing, construction, logisticsConstruction, mining, transportation
Job FocusOperating machinery to produce goods or perform tasksDriving, maneuvering, and operating heavy equipment

Both Machine Operate and Equipment Operator roles involve operating machinery in industrial or construction settings. While they share similar credentials and work environments, Equipment Operator often emphasizes driving and maneuvering large equipment, whereas Machine Operate may focus more on operating specific machines for manufacturing or processing tasks.

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Infographic showing various Machine Operate job openings in Champaign, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 72% Full Time, 24% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,882 per year, or $18.2 per hour.

Meat Wrapper / Sanitation

Costco Wholesale Corporation

Champaign, IL • On-site

$15.50 - $18.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 22 days ago

Costco rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 1,917 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

2nd of 39 rated national retailers

Job description


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The jobs listed are examples of the typical kinds of positions that Costco may hire for when openings exist. The listing does not mean that any positions are currently open or available at Costco.
Position Summary
Responsible for wrapping and labeling meat products using a wrapping machine. Stocks display cases, operates meat grinder, Ross tenderizer, moisture fat tester, and manual pallet jack. Provides a high level of member service.
Job Duties
  • Inspects and reassembles equipment sanitized the previous night. Reworks display case and rotates product. Re-stocks meat room supplies and boxes of meat up to 70 lbs. Stocks meat display cases and follows department production procedures and standards for quality and consistency of finished product.
  • Takes large trays of styrofoam packaged meat from large, wheeled racks and places individual packages into automatic wrapping machines. Follows safety and security procedures.
  • Sets label machine according to product type and price, prints and applies labels to products.
  • Puts wrapped and labeled meat on large trays of large, wheeled cart and stocks in the display case by reaching through sliding windows or moving rack to floor. Re-stocks meat room supplies and boxes of meat up to 99 lbs.
  • Operates meat grinder. Dumps meat into the top of the machine and checks the fat content of each batch from the grinder. Operates tenderizing machine. Follows proper department production procedures and standards for quality and consistency of finished product.
  • Cleans and sanitizes the area throughout the day including windows. Performs duties to comply with health code, such as sanitation standards and maintaining proper temperatures.
  • Cleans and sanitizes the meat room including disassembly of equipment and power washing of meat room at end of day. Washes, applies cleaning agents, wipes, and mops all surfaces and equipment. Empties drain screen. Operates commercial dishwasher, power sink, or washes by hand in three compartment sinks.
  • Performs routine maintenance for machinery, equipment, and implements.
  • Provides and ensures prompt and courteous member service.
  • Ensures proper cleanup and disposal of hazardous materials.
  • Ability to operate vehicles, equipment or machinery.
  • Assists with department duties as necessary.
  • Assists in other departments of the warehouse as necessary.

For additional information about pay ranges, click here.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, health benefits - medical/dental/vision/hearing aid/pharmacy/behavioral health/employee assistance, health care reimbursement account, dependent care assistance plan, short-term disability and long-term disability insurance, AD&D insurance, life insurance, 401(k), stock purchase plan to eligible employees.
Apart from any religious or disability considerations, open availability is needed to meet the needs of the business. If hired, you will be required to provide proof of authorization to work in the United States.
Job Description Posting Updated: July 2026 Job Code: 0012

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Costco is a membership warehouse club, dedicated to bringing our members the best possible prices on quality brand-name merchandise. With more than 800 locations worldwide, Costco provides a wide selection of merchandise, plus the convenience of specialty departments and exclusive member services, all designed to make your shopping experience a pleasurable one. Today, as the company evolves, it stays true to the qualities that helped attract and retain millions of loyal members around the globe: Commitment to quality. Costco warehouses carry about 4,000 SKUs (stock keeping units) compared to the 30,000 found at most supermarkets. By carefully choosing products based on quality, price, brand, and features, the company can offer the best value to members.

Industry

Retail

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Issaquah, WA, US

Year founded

1983

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