Machine Operator

As a Machine Operator, you will work with Flexo, Folder, and Gluer lines, assisting operators with changeovers, setups, and startups of machinery. You will be responsible for loading and unloading machinery with materials, following work orders to set up customer orders and specifications, and stacking orders for shipping. Additionally, you will wrap finished orders into bundles and stage them for shipping, as well as manually load and unload machinery while using measurement devices for accuracy. The machinery is automated and fast-paced, requiring familiarity with machinery and speed.

• Assist with changeovers, setups, and startups of machinery.
• Load and unload machinery with materials.
• Follow work orders to set up customer orders and specifications.
• Stack and palletize orders.
• Wrap finished orders into bundles.
• Bundle finished cardboard and stage it for shipping.
• Manually load and unload machinery.
• Use measurement devices for accuracy.
• Bundle cardboard into stacks based on customer orders.
• Load boxes onto the line.

• Machine Operating Experience
• Experience with setups, changeovers
• Ability to adjust machinery (speed, size, weights)
• Corrugated/cartoning/packaging material operating experience

• Manufacturing experience
• Experience in corrugated/cartoning

Join a laid-back work environment that prioritizes quality above all else. Enjoy working independently with a supportive team in an extremely automated setting. The company provides safety glasses, and you'll work in a culture that values continuous improvement and innovation.

The work environment is extremely automated, requiring you to work with 2-3 other people initially. Once trained, you will work independently. The company culture is laid-back, focusing on quality over everything else. Required attire includes steel toe boots, jeans or work pants, and a shirt. Safety glasses are provided. The work hours are 2nd shift from Monday to Friday, 2 PM to 10 PM, with initial training on the 1st shift from 6 AM to 2 PM.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chicago, IL.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $28.00/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 Contract to Hire position based out of Chicago, IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 2, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Chicago,IL.

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.