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As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for part time chat agent in Illinois is $16.61, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.99 and $18.65 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a part time chat agent?

A Part Time Chat Agent is responsible for handling customer inquiries, providing support, and assisting users via online chat. This role typically involves responding to messages in real time, resolving customer concerns, and ensuring a positive user experience. The position is often remote and requires strong communication skills, quick problem-solving abilities, and familiarity with company products or services. Hours are usually flexible, making it a suitable option for students or individuals seeking supplemental income.

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As a Part Time Chat Agent, your day usually involves assisting customers through live chat, answering product or service inquiries, resolving issues, and escalating complex concerns to supervisors when needed. You’ll often work independently but may collaborate with teammates or other departments to ensure customer needs are met promptly and accurately. Schedules are typically flexible to accommodate part-time hours, with shifts often covering peak customer activity periods, such as evenings or weekends. This role offers a fast-paced environment and the opportunity to sharpen your communication and technical skills while helping customers in real time.

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To thrive as a Part Time Chat Agent, you need strong written communication skills, proficiency in typing, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with customer relationship management (CRM) software, live chat platforms, and troubleshooting tools is typically expected. Excellent problem-solving abilities, patience, and a positive attitude help agents stand out in customer interactions. These skills are crucial for efficiently resolving customer inquiries and ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction in a fast-paced online environment.

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Production Operator - Part-time

Acara Solutions

Buffalo Grove, IL • On-site

$20.21/hr

Part-time, Contractor, Other

Posted 9 days ago


Job description

Job Title: Production Operator - Part Time 
Location: Buffalo Grove, IL
Employment Type: Temp (12 months) Contract to direct 
Industry: Manufacturing
Compensation: $20.21/hr.
Schedule: This is part time.  20 hours a week 
2nd shift  6:00 pm to 10:00 pm 


About the Opportunity:
  • We're seeking a Production Operator to assemble, test, and package electronic and mechanical products while maintaining established quality, production, and ISO standards.
  • You'll work from visual aids and written and verbal instructions, support efficient material flow, and rotate across operations and departments to help keep production moving smoothly.
 
Why You'll Love Working Here:
  • Supportive, team-driven culture that values collaboration, transparency, and accountability.
  • Opportunity to grow your career with a global workforce solutions leader serving multiple industries.
  • People-first environment that encourages employees to bring their authentic selves to work.
  • Strong focus on partnership, innovation, and delivering meaningful results for clients and candidates.
 
Why This Opportunity is Exciting:
  • This role offers the chance to join a company that prioritizes both people and performance-where your contributions directly impact client success while giving you room to grow and develop professionally. 
 
About Acara Solutions
  • Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.
 
Sound like a good fit?
APPLY TODAY to evanss@acarasolutions.com  
 
What You'll Do:
  • Assemble, test, and package electronic and mechanical products according to established quality, production, and ISO procedures.
  • Follow visual aids, written work instructions, verbal directions, and defined manufacturing processes.
  • Move parts and materials as needed to maintain an organized and efficient workflow.
  • Rotate between operations within a work cell and across departments based on production needs.
  • Complete work cell and department records and promptly report any process or method that does not meet requirements.

What You'll Bring:
  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • 2+ years of electronic and mechanical assembly experience.
  • 2+ years of building experience.
 
What Sets You Apart:
  • Basic computer skills.
  • Good Attitude.
  • Worked in a fast-paced environment.
  • Can Learn Quickly and repeat what was learned.
  • Good attendance.
  • Ability to function and contribute to a team environment.
 
Additional Information:
  • Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check.
  • Need Dependable Transportation.
  • Be able to work on their feet.
  • Can work by themselves or with others.
  • They can work with their hands (Previous manufacturing, food service, working on cars).
  • Ability to sit, stand, bend, push, pull, or combine all movement types as necessary by and during the job assignment.
  • Capability to use hand tools (screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches), electric and pneumatic power tools, in-house developed product-specific tooling/fixtures, and ability to lift up to 25 lbs.

After you apply, you may receive a call or message from our AI Talent Scout about this role or other opportunities that match your skills and preferences. AI agent role is to help speed up your hiring process by answering questions, confirming basic information, and identifying whether there's a mutual fit.

The call or chat may be recorded so that our recruiting team can review it - they make all final hiring decisions, while AI agent simply helps move you forward faster. The best part? They are available 24/7, so you can connect whenever it's convenient for you.

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Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.