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Job Title: Machine Attendant 12 hour rotating shift Job Description This entry-level role supports a high-volume manufacturing operation that produces a wide range of plastic medical components, such as bottles, wheelchair parts, and bedpans. 12-hour schedule in a facility that runs 24/7, monitoring automated injection molding machines, handling finished products, and ensuring quality standards. This position offers structured training, clear advancement paths into technical and maintenance roles, and a stable work environment with strong internal promotion opportunities.
Essential Skills Ability to speak English or Spanish to understand instructions, safety procedures, and production requirements. Ability to stand for a full 12-hour shift while performing repetitive tasks and rotating between machines. Willingness to wear required personal protective equipment, including hair net, ear plugs, and safety shoes, and to work in a semi-loud environment. Ability to lift and move 15–30 pounds repeatedly throughout the shift.
Comfort working a 12-hour schedule on 3rd shift (7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.), including alternating 48-hour and 36-hour workweeks. Capability to work around automated injection molding machines and follow established safety and operating procedures. Attention to detail to visually inspect products and ensure labels and packaging meet quality standards. Additional Skills & Qualifications Previous production or manufacturing experience, particularly in a high-volume environment, is preferred.
Prior experience working 12-hour shifts is beneficial. Experience with injection molding operations or similar machine-based production is a plus. Interest in working weekends as part of a rotating 12-hour schedule is advantageous. Motivation to grow into process technician, maintenance, or supervisory roles over time. apply now if interested, contact Tony Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of MUNDELEIN, IL.
Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $23.50 - $23.50/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 MUNDELEIN,IL.
Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 25, 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, nationa