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Weekend Process Automation Jobs in Thornton, IL (NOW HIRING)

Extrusion Process Technician

Chicago, IL · On-site

$37.31 - $47.97/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Available Shifts: * 12-hour shifts with EVERY OTHER WEEKEND OFF * 2-2-3-2-2-3 rotating schedule ... automation, and tooling teams Technical Knowledge: * Process expert in the areas of sheet extrusion ...

Extrusion Process Technician

Bedford Park, IL · On-site

$37.31 - $47.97/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Available Shifts: * 12-hour shifts with EVERY OTHER WEEKEND OFF * 2-2-3-2-2-3 rotating schedule ... automation, and tooling teams Technical Knowledge: * Process expert in the areas of sheet extrusion ...

Automation Engineer Apprentice

Joliet, IL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

... process efficiency. The focus of this role is to learn the skills and abilities to ensure safety ... Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays * Able to ...

... automation. Minimum Qualifications * Education: Bachelor's degree in Information Technology ... Ability to participate in an on-call rotation to support 24x7 operations, including weekend/evening ...

... automation. Minimum Qualifications * Education: Bachelor's degree in Information Technology ... Ability to participate in an on-call rotation to support 24x7 operations, including weekend/evening ...

Automation Engineer Apprentice

Joliet, IL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays * Ableto ... Experience with PLC-controlled automation and issuediagnosisin a continuous process or production ...

Automation Engineer Apprentice

Joliet, IL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays * Ableto ... Experience with PLC-controlled automation and issuediagnosisin a continuous process or production ...

Automation Engineer Apprentice

Joliet, IL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays * Ableto ... Experience with PLC-controlled automation and issuediagnosisin a continuous process or production ...

Functional Safety Consultant

Chicago, IL · Remote

$97K - $146K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world's manufacturers be ... Leverage safety service delivery processes, methodologies, and tools to complete tasks on time and ...

Shift Engineering Manager

Elwood, IL · On-site

$80 - $120/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... process. Full Time Customer Service Elwood, IL, US 5 days ago Requisition ID: 1843 Salary Range ... We live and breathe automation. We - more than 8,000 employees of the KNAPP Group in over 60 ...

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Shift Engineering Manager

Elwood, IL · On-site

$80K - $120K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We live and breathe automation. We - more than 8,000 employees of the KNAPP Group in over 60 ... Weekend work will be required and shall be structured to provide forward planning. Essential ...

R&D Tech II

Mccook, IL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Some limited weekend coverage. Qualifications YOU MUST HAVE * Minimum associates degree in ... We serve the building, industrial, and process sectors with a broad portfolio of services ...

R&D Tech II

Mccook, IL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Some limited weekend coverage. Honeywell helps organizations solve the world's most complex ... We serve the building, industrial, and process sectors with a broad portfolio of services ...

R&D Tech II

Mccook, IL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Some limited weekend coverage. Honeywell helps organizations solve the world's most complex ... We serve the building, industrial, and process sectors with a broad portfolio of services ...

BIC Data Operations Specialist

Chicago, IL · On-site

$82K - $120K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

... Business Process Analyst.They will operationalize analytics, reporting, and automation solutions ... Ability to work extended and/or weekend hours, asrequired * Ability to travel, asrequired * 3+years ...

BIC Data Operations Specialist

Chicago, IL · On-site

$82K - $120K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

... Business Process Analyst.They will operationalize analytics, reporting, and automation solutions ... Ability to work extended and/or weekend hours, asrequired * Ability to travel, asrequired * 3+years ...

BIC Data Operations Specialist

Chicago, IL · On-site

$82K - $120K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

... Business Process Analyst.They will operationalize analytics, reporting, and automation solutions ... Ability to work extended and/or weekend hours, asrequired * Ability to travel, asrequired * 3+years ...

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Weekend Process Automation information

See Thornton, IL salary details

$46.6K

$99.7K

$159.3K

How much do weekend process automation jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for weekend process automation in Thornton, IL is $99,676.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $78,000.00 and $120,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Weekend Process Automation vs Data Entry Specialist?

AspectWeekend Process AutomationData Entry Specialist
Required CredentialsBasic technical skills, familiarity with automation toolsHigh school diploma or equivalent, basic computer skills
Work EnvironmentOffice or remote, involving process automation tasksOffice setting, data input and management
Industry UsageFinance, manufacturing, IT, and other sectors automating workflowsHealthcare, retail, administrative roles across various industries
Common Search/ComparisonYesNo

Weekend Process Automation focuses on automating repetitive tasks during weekends using technical tools, while Data Entry Specialists manually input data into systems. Both roles are essential but differ in technical requirements and work scope, with automation roles requiring some technical knowledge and data entry roles emphasizing manual data handling.

What cities near Thornton, IL are hiring for Weekend Process Automation jobs?

Cities near Thornton, IL with the most Weekend Process Automation job openings:

Infographic showing various Weekend Process Automation job openings in Thornton, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 23% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $99,676 per year, or $47.9 per hour.

Trade Support Engineer / Chicago Illinois

Motion Recruitment Partners, LLC

Chicago, IL • On-site

$145K - $177K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, PTO

Posted 8 days ago


Job description

A proprietary trading and market-making firm is hiring a full-time Trade Support Engineer for an hybrid role in Chicago, IL. This position sits at the intersection of trading, technology, and operations, supporting a high-performance electronic trading environment where reliability, speed, and accuracy are critical. The Trade Support Engineer serves as a front-line resource for monitoring production systems, troubleshooting trading issues, supporting traders, and ensuring seamless day-to-day market operations.
This opportunity is ideal for a technical support professional with experience in trading, financial services, or mission-critical production environments. The role offers direct exposure to traders, quantitative researchers, developers, exchanges, and clearing firms, providing a unique opportunity to deepen expertise in electronic trading systems while contributing to operational excellence. Candidates with strong troubleshooting, scripting, and systems administration skills will thrive in this fast-paced environment where every day presents new challenges.
Required Skills & Experience
2+ years of experience in Trade Support, Trade Operations, Application Support, or a similar production support role
Strong experience supporting both Windows and Linux environments
Proficiency with scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, or Bash
Working knowledge of SQL for data analysis and incident investigation
Familiarity with JSON, XML, and Parquet data formats
Experience troubleshooting application, infrastructure, and operating system issues
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Detail-oriented with strong documentation and process improvement habits
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship requirements
Desired Skills & Experience
Experience supporting exchange-traded derivatives environments
Knowledge of the trade lifecycle, trade capture, and reconciliation processes
Experience interacting with exchanges and clearing firms
Familiarity with trading protocols such as FIX, FIXP, MDP3, BOE, or ITCH
Exposure to observability platforms and incident management practices
Experience utilizing AI-powered development or code-generation tools
3+ years of directly relevant experience for Senior-level consideration
What You Will Be Doing
Tech Breakdown
40% Production Trading Support & Incident Response
25% Systems Administration & Application Deployment
20% Automation & Scripting
15% Trade Operations, Reporting & Reconciliation
Daily Responsibilities
50% Monitoring, Troubleshooting & Incident Resolution
20% Working with Traders, Exchanges, Vendors & Internal Teams
15% Deployments, Configuration & Infrastructure Support
15% Process Automation & Documentation
The Offer
Annual discretionary bonus eligible
You will receive the following benefits:
Medical and Dental Insurance
Generous Vacation Time
Training and Continuing Education Opportunities
Relocation Assistance (if applicable)
Catered Lunches, Snacks, and Beverages
Casual Work Environment
Company Events and Team Outings
Additional Details
Onsite position based in Chicago, IL
Participation in early market-open coverage required
Participation in an on-call and weekend support rotation required
Salary Range: $87,500 - $145,000 base salary
Senior-Level Salary Range: $145,000 - $177,500 base salary
Eligible for performance-based bonus compensation