Hiring For Machine Operator Pay Rate Upto $34 In East Peoria , IL

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Entry Level Machine Operator /General Labor- Paint $22-27/hr

Job Description

This role supports a high-volume manufacturing operation by preparing metal products for painting, operating equipment in the paint room, and packaging finished parts for shipment. You will work as part of a fast-paced team, ensuring products meet strict quality standards with zero defects.

Responsibilities

• Prepare material for painting, packaging, and shipping according to production requirements and work instructions.
• Clean grease, dirt, and rust from products using cloths, brushes, and appropriate tools to ensure surfaces are ready for paint.
• Mask, cover, and protect areas of each product that must not be coated with paint.
• Hang material on the paint line and ensure parts are properly spaced and secured for coating.
• Remove painted material from the paint line safely and efficiently once the coating process is complete.
• Palletize orders and prepare finished products for shipment, including labeling and staging for loading.
• Perform quality inspection of finished products to verify that all parts are painted correctly with zero defects.
• Use hand tools and power tools as needed to support paint preparation, assembly, and packaging tasks.
• Work at a fast pace while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and accuracy.
• Collaborate with a team of paint room associates to meet production goals and complete projects on time.
• Follow all standard operating procedures, safety guidelines, and housekeeping expectations in the paint room and warehouse areas.
• Maintain excellent attendance and reliability to support consistent production schedules.

Essential Skills

• Experience working in a manufacturing environment, preferably in general labor, assembly, production, or warehouse roles.
• Experience in machine operation, manual labor, or paint room work, including paint prep or painting tasks.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs on a regular basis and stand on your feet for up to 10 hours per day.
• Ability to work at a fast pace while maintaining quality and attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to follow instructions and document work as needed.
• Demonstrated teamwork skills and the ability to work effectively with a group of 2530 coworkers.
• Commitment to quality and performing thorough quality checks and inspections.
• Basic proficiency with hand tools and power tools used in production, paint prep, and packaging.
• Problem-solving skills to identify and address issues with products, processes, or equipment as they arise.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in a paint room or on an assembly line is highly beneficial.
• Exposure to picking, packing, and general warehouse operations.
• Organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and keep work areas orderly.
• Project management mindset focused on completing tasks and projects on time.
• Strong work ethic and professionalism, including treating others with respect and upholding workplace ethics.
• Previous experience in quality inspection or quality checks in a production environment.
• Interest in long-term career growth, including potential leadership or management development.
• Comfort working in a structured, process-driven environment with clear production targets.

Why Work Here?

You will join a prime employer in the area that offers great pay for an entry-level opportunity and values long-term career growth. The company provides a clean, temperature-controlled, well-lit facility and invests in employees.. You will be part of a stable, team-oriented environment that rewards reliability, strong attendance, and a commitment to quality.

This is a Contract position based out of East Peoria, IL.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/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)

This is a Contract position based out of East Peoria, IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 7, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in East Peoria,IL.

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.