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Honing Machine Operator

$20 - $35 per hour

Manual Honing Machine Operator (Traveler)

Rockford, IL

$160 Daily Per Diem (7 Days/Week for Qualified Travelers)

2nd Shift + Shift Differential + OT Available / Weekend shift also available!

4+ Month Assignment with Extension Potential

Looking for Experienced Manual Hone Operators

We're seeking skilled Manual Honing Machine Operators with hands-on experience running Sunnen or similar honing equipment . If you're a traveler who can hit the ground running, this is an excellent opportunity to earn strong weekly income while working on precision hydraulic components.

What You'll Do

  • Set up and operate manual honing machines on hydraulic cylinders and precision-machined components
  • Achieve tight tolerances and high-quality surface finishes
  • Read blueprints and technical drawings
  • Perform inspections using micrometers, bore gauges, and other precision measuring tools
  • Make machine adjustments and tooling changes to maintain quality and production efficiency
  • Troubleshoot machine and tooling issues as needed

What We're Looking For

  • 2+ years of manual honing experience
  • Experience setting up and operating manual hone machines
  • Sunnen honing experience strongly preferred
  • Proven ability to hold tight tolerances
  • Blueprint reading skills
  • Proficiency with precision measuring instruments
  • Experience with hydraulic cylinders, grinding, or similar precision machining processes

Why Travelers Apply

$160/day per diem, paid 7 days per week

✅ Overtime opportunities

✅ 10% shift differential

✅ Minimal training required for experienced operators

✅ Clean, precision-focused manufacturing environment

If you're an experienced Manual Hone Operator looking for a high-paying travel opportunity, apply today. Immediate openings available.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $35.00/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 Rockford,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 12, 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.

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