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Production Associate Shift:

7:00am-3:30pm

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$21/hr Job Description Join our team as a Manufacturing Operator, where you will be trained to work in four diverse areas: Assembly, Lapping, Conveyance, and Shipping/Receiving. Embrace the opportunity to learn new skills, understand departmental workflows, and contribute to a collaborative work environment. Responsibilities Perform mechanical assembly on various products including pumps and valves. Work off drawings and diagrams to assemble parts. Handle small parts and metal pieces using hand and power tools. Conduct quality checks on products, including first piece, in-process, and final assembly and inspection/testing. Lift heavy materials up to 25 pounds. Essential Skills Experience in assembly, packing, and using hand and power tools. Ability to work in a warehouse and production environment. Additional Skills & Qualifications Entry-level candidates are welcome, but must pass basic math and English tests, and a dexterity test. Comfortable with lifting 25 pounds. Ability to follow directions and assemble parts accurately. Why Work Here? This role offers one of the best-paying opportunities in Waukegan. Employees receive annual merit pay raises, and there is significant potential for promotion into Team Lead roles. Last year, 8-10 employees advanced to Team Lead positions with increased salaries. Enjoy a climate-controlled, clean, and organized environment with room for advancement. Participate in company parties and picnics, and enjoy perks like a gym and golf range on-site. Work Environment Since 1945, the company has evolved from a small garage shop to the world's largest manufacturer of rotary unions. The work environment is temperature-controlled and organized in cell structures, providing a comfortable and efficient workplace. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Waukegan, IL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. 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 Waukegan,IL.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 23, 2026. About Aerotek Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK. 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.