1st Shift Forklift Operator Paying 24/hr

Machine Operator

This role involves working with large coils of metals such as stainless steel, aluminum, copper, and steel. Using a crane, these coils are loaded into a machine that cuts them into smaller coils or large sheets. The position starts with tasks related to packing, but it evolves into machine operation as skills are developed.

Operate machinery to cut large metal coils into smaller coils or sheets.

Use a forklift and overhead crane to transport metal coils.

Start with packing duties, placing metals on crates for loading.

Participate in cross-training for all machinery operations.

Ensure no lifting over 50 lbs, with heavier tasks handled by designated personnel.

Past experience in manufacturing.

Comfortable working in metal manufacturing environments with large metal coils.

Basic English knowledge; bilingual skills are a plus.

Experience in machine setup.

Experience working with metal coils.

Experience working in a Union environment.

This position offers competitive starting pay with scheduled increases and opportunities for bonuses. Employees receive a GAIN SHARE bonus every two weeks based on machine productivity, a quarterly attendance bonus, and a safety bonus. Joining a Union after 90 days provides additional stability and benefits.

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

The pay range for this position is $23.50/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 Northbrook, 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.