Packaging Operator

Job Title: Machine Operator Assistant

Job Description

Join our dynamic team as a Machine Operator Assistant, where you will work closely with machine operators to ensure seamless production processes. This role involves assisting with changing rolls, troubleshooting, and obtaining necessary supplies, all within a cleanroom environment.

Shift: 3rd, 12 hr rotating, 5p-530a NO WEEKENDS

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with machine operators to facilitate efficient production.
• Change rolls as needed to maintain uninterrupted operation.
• Assist with troubleshooting to resolve any operational issues.
• Support machine operators by acquiring and organizing supplies.
• Ensure adherence to GMP standards in a clean room setting.

Essential Skills

• 2-3 years of packing experience.
• Proficiency in measuring accurately.
• Compliance with GMP standards.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in packing within a plastics environment.
• Familiarity with cleanroom protocols.
• Previous experience in machine operation, particularly in plastics or medical sectors.

Why Work Here?

Embrace the opportunity to work within a great union with annual pay rate increases every November for all positions. Enjoy a flexible schedule that ensures no weekend work, with rotating shifts from Monday to Thursday, Tuesday to Thursday, or Tuesday to Friday once a month. Take advantage of internal mobility across departments after permanent placement.

Work Environment

Experience a clean room environment where candidates are required to gown from head to toe, ensuring GMP compliance. Work in a temperature-controlled facility that supports optimal performance and comfort.

This is a Permanent position based out of Buffalo Grove, IL.

The pay range for this position is $21.26 - $21.26/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Buffalo Grove,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 10, 2026.

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.