Job Information
Aerotek Lead Machine Operator in Niles, Illinois
Job Title: Lead Machine Operator
Job Description
The candidate will be responsible for supervising the 2nd shift crew of packers, pouch machine operators, and working with the quality team. This candidate will handle scheduling, assist with equipment repairs, and be a hands-on supervisor. Responsibilities include monitoring the machine operating schedule, planning, and guiding the shipment team to ensure timely deliveries.
Responsibilities
Supervise the 2nd shift crew of packers and pouch machine operators.
Collaborate with the quality team to ensure product standards.
Handle scheduling and assist with equipment repairs.
Act as a working supervisor, being hands-on with employees.
Monitor machine operating schedules and help with planning.
Guide the shipment team to ensure timely deliveries.
Essential Skills
3 years of machine setup experience from plastics or flexible packaging experience.
Comfortable working on older equipment.
3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
Capable of lifting 50 lbs.
Ability to see colors (non-color blind).
Additional Skills & Qualifications
5 years of flexible packaging experience and training.
ISO certifications from GMP processes.
Experience with machine slitting or converting.
Why Work Here?
This company is a medical flexible packaging manufacturer with a solid customer base and consistent workload. Established in 1989 and later acquired by larger corporations, it offers more benefits and growth opportunities. The company provides full benefits upon permanent hire, including medical, dental, vision, and 401k plans. Employees also receive 8 hours of vacation and 40 hours of personal time annually, totaling 3 weeks of PTO, with a 60-day benefits waiting period.
Work Environment
The work environment is clean and temperature-controlled. The company is medium-sized with 30-40 employees, and the 2nd shift crew will consist of a smaller team of 7-10 people.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Niles, Illinois.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $29.00/hr.
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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Niles,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 26, 2025.
About Aerotek:
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 meets 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 solving for 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.
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.