Machine Operator
Elk Grove Village, Illinois
$16.00/hour
Industrial & Manufacturing
Job ID: 57299295
Job Description
HIRING IMMEDIATELY: MACHINE OPERATOR IN ELK GROVE VILLAGE, IL
Accurate Personnel is hiring immediately for a Machine Operator to join our team in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. This individual will be responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining production machinery to manufacture custom plastic, rubber, and die-cut products. The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent, 1–3 years of prior experience operating manufacturing machinery, and more listed below. Apply online and kickstart your career today!
Pay, Schedule, and Location
- Starting at $16/hour
- Excellent benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision
- 2nd shift
- Located in Elk Grove Village, Illinois
Duties and Responsibilities
- Set up and operate production equipment, which may include CNC machines, die-cutting presses, thermoforming machines, or rubber molding equipment.
- Load raw materials (plastics, rubber, urethane, or other non-metallic materials) into the machines and ensure continuous and efficient operation.
- Calculate and adjust machine controls to regulate factors like speed, feed, temperature, and pressure according to product specifications or blueprints.
- Perform test runs on initial production parts to verify the accuracy of settings before full production begins.
- Inspect finished products to verify they meet precise specifications and tolerances using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and visual checks.
- Detects equipment malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjust controls as required.
- Separate and record any defective parts or scrap material.
- Perform daily preventative maintenance on machinery, including cleaning, lubricating, and making minor tool changes or adjustments.
- Follow strict safety procedures, OSHA regulations, and wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free workstation.
- Accurately record production data, including quantities produced, material usage, scrap rates, and any equipment downtime using company tracking systems.
- Communicate effectively with shift supervisors, maintenance teams, and co-workers during shift changes to ensure a smooth transition of production.
Requirements and Qualifications
- Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent. Vocational training in manufacturing or machining is a plus.
- Experience: 1–3 years of prior experience operating manufacturing machinery.
- Experience in plastic/rubber manufacturing, die-cutting, or CNC operation is highly preferred.
- Technical Skills: Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and work orders.
- Math Skills: Solid understanding of basic shop math and the ability to use precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, tape measures).
- Mechanical Aptitude: Strong problem-solving skills to troubleshoot basic mechanical issues with production machinery.
- Ability to stand, walk, and perform repetitive movements for 8 to 12-hour shifts.
- Ability to routinely lift up to 25–30 lbs and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced industrial environment that may fluctuate in temperature and have moderate noise levels.
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(Salary range based on experience)
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ABOUT ACCURATE PERSONNEL
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