Temp Extruder Machine Operator Jobs in Wheeling, IL

Job Description

As a Machine Operator, you will be responsible for setting up and operating production filling lines in accordance with established procedures and guidelines. Your role includes ensuring product specifications and quality standards are met, documenting activities as per GMP requirements, and maintaining a safe and orderly work environment.

All shifts available

Pay: $20-24/hour (depending on shift)

Responsibilities

• Reference the work order to set up the production line appropriately.
• Lead the process for setting up the production filling lines and operating machinery as per guidelines.
• Facilitate and lead adjustments to settings, making repairs as necessary to maintain product quality.
• Document activities accurately using Product History Records (PHRs).
• Ensure quality checks for bottles placed on the line.
• Monitor product filling and packaging equipment for effective operation.
• Make necessary adjustments to ensure correct fill levels.
• Communicate any substandard products to manufacturing leaders.
• Ensure correct raw materials are used during production runs.
• Complete and report all documentation and production logs.
• Troubleshoot filling equipment issues efficiently.
• Meet and exceed production requirements based on line capacity.
• Establish and maintain work pace to meet production goals.
• Assist in training other manufacturing personnel.
• Adhere to all quality and safety procedures per company and OSHA standards.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly work area.
• Operate forklift and pallet lift as needed.

Essential Skills

• 3+ years of manufacturing or production experience.
• Experience operating a machine or machine line.
• Proficient in using hand and power tools for light troubleshooting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in machine set-ups or change overs.
• Experience as a chemical operator is a plus.

Why Work Here?

Our company has been growing rapidly, having acquired five companies over the past eight years. Contractors can anticipate potential consideration for permanent hire after four months, providing a stable and promising career path.

Work Environment

The work environment is a clean production setting, where the operator will be exposed to the smells of cleaning products, including bleach. The machines used are fillers for bottles of cleaning products.

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

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00/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 Gurnee,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 28, 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.