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Machine Operator

Aerotek • Woodstock, IL • 1h ago

Now Hiring!

Machine Operators: 1st, 2nd and 3rd Shift Available

Pay : $22-$24/hour

Location : Greater McHenry Area

Responsibilities

Operate manual and automated saws to cut metal bar, tube, plate, and structural material according to work orders and specifications.

Monitor cutting operations continuously to ensure accuracy, proper surface finish, and dimensional compliance.

Perform in-process and final inspections using go/no-go gages, tape measures, calipers, and other measuring tools to verify quality.

Bundle finished material securely and place bundles on pallets using a forklift for safe storage or shipment.

Build pallets when needed to support efficient material handling and staging.

Record production data, inspection results, and material usage accurately in logs or digital systems.

Follow all safety procedures, including lockout/tagout, personal protective equipment requirements, and safe material-handling practices.

Operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment to move heavy metal products safely throughout the facility.

Collaborate with supervisors, quality inspectors, and material handlers to maintain workflow and resolve issues quickly.

Maintain a clean and organized work area in a heavy industrial, metals-focused environment.

Essential Skills

Proven experience operating forklifts in a heavy industrial or manufacturing environment.

Machine operating experience in a production or metals manufacturing setting.

Comfort working in a metals environment, including exposure to heat, noise, and heavy materials.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $24.25/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 Woodstock,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 23, 2026.

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.

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.

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