**Job Title: Machine Operator** **Job Description** In this role, you will be responsible for operating machinery that processes large coils of metals such as stainless steel, aluminum, copper, and steel. You will use a crane to load these coils into machines that cut them into smaller coils or large sheets. This position starts as a 'packer,' where you will package the product and learn to operate the machine. After 90 days, you will join the Union and can apply for the official 'machine operator' title, which includes a pay increase. **Responsibilities** + Operate machinery to process large coils of metal into smaller coils or sheets. + Use forklifts and overhead cranes to load metal coils into machines. + Package products at the end of the machine line and prepare them for shipment. + Participate in the crating area to make crates for the processed metal products. + Adhere to safety protocols and maintain a clean work environment. **Essential Skills** + Past experience in manufacturing. + Willingness to work required shifts, including early mornings and weekends as needed. + Comfortable working in a metal manufacturing environment with large metal coils. + Basic English knowledge (bi-lingual is acceptable). **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Experience with machine setup. + Experience working with metal coils. + Experience working in a Union environment. **Why Work Here?** Starting pay is $23.50 with an increase to $25.80 after gaining the 'machine operator' title. Employees receive a GAIN SHARE bonus every two weeks based on machine productivity, a $100 quarterly attendance bonus, and a $375 quarterly safety bonus. The company values safety, productivity, and attendance, offering financial incentives to reward these qualities. **Work Environment** The facility employs 30 production employees and features overhead cranes for loading metal coils into machines and onto trucks. Trucks drive into the facility for loading. The machines cut large metal coils into smaller coils or sheets, and there is a crating area where crates are made for the products. The work hours are Monday to Friday, 7am-3:30pm, with optional Saturday shifts from 5am-1pm or 7am-3pm based on need and a 24-hour notice. **If you're interested in this position, please contact Melissa at (847) 580-2812. Don't miss out on this great opportunity!** **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $23.50 - $23.50 • 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 Northbrook,IL. **Application Deadline** This position will be accepting applications until Dec 21, 2024. **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.