Machine Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Machine Operator

Job Description

We are seeking skilled CNC Machine Operators to cut, band, and drill cabinet parts for production. This role requires attention to detail, a willingness to learn, and a collaborative spirit as tasks require close coordination with co-workers. On-the-job training will be provided, offering the potential to advance to a higher operator position. The ability to troubleshoot machines to maintain efficiency and product quality is essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machines to cut, band, and drill cabinet parts.
• Collaborate closely with team members to ensure smooth production processes.
• Troubleshoot and maintain machines to ensure high efficiency and quality.
• Perform quality checks on materials to meet production standards.
• Read and interpret documents, drawings, and blueprints for precise operations.

Essential Skills

• 3+ years of machine operating experience.
• Mechanical aptitude and experience with tool changes.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints and drawings.
• Experience in CNC machining and troubleshooting.
• Ability to use calipers and micrometers for precise measurements.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience setting up and making adjustments to machines is preferred.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy on-demand pay and 100% company-paid health, life, and disability insurance. Benefit from a competitive paid time off plan, 9 paid holidays, and a 200% company 401(K) match. Participate in annual profit-sharing bonuses and gain company stock options. Additional perks include dental and vision insurance, a health savings account with a company match, on-site childcare, educational assistance, fitness club reimbursement, retail discounts, and special employee events.

Work Environment

This role is based in a wood manufacturing environment with over 500 employees across both sites. The environment is non-temperature controlled. The position requires flexibility in scheduling, including shifts of 6 hours every other Saturday or Friday, with initial training on the first shift for approximately 3 weeks before transitioning to respective shifts. A 10% shift differential is offered for off-shifts.

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

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $27.00/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 fully onsite position in Effingham,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 4, 2026.

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.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.

Company Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.