Operator Trainee

Machine Operator

Join our dynamic production team as an Machine Operator, where you will play a crucial role in manufacturing Carbon Rings and Seals for the Oil Industry. This unique opportunity allows you to operate various machines, including CNC, grinders, and more, in a supportive environment that encourages internal promotion.

Responsibilities :

Operate a machine that presses powder carbon into small rings.

Operate grinding machines to ensure pieces are the correct size after quality checks.

Perform visual inspections on rings for imperfections.

Stack rings neatly and move them into a furnace for solidification.

Operate lapper machines and monitor progress.

Conduct quality control using micrometers and calipers.

Manage repetitive tasks with precision and consistency.

Pay and Benefits :

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $19.00 / 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)

Workplace Type :

This is a fully onsite position in Crystal Lake, IL.

Application Deadline :

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 5, 2025.

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.