General Production Worker 19/ Hr +

Aerotek; Bartlett (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union benefits

Overtime opportunities

Conversion to direct-hire

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a General Production Worker in Bartlett, IL. This contract role offers first-shift hours with potential overtime. You will operate production equipment, load materials, perform assembly with air tools, and conduct quality tests to ensure parts meet specifications.

Ideal candidates are reliable, safety-minded, and able to work overtime, including occasional weekends. This position provides a pathway to permanent employment and union-backed benefits through conversion

Qualifications

• Operate production equipment to count, bevel, assemble, weld, and test components.
• Perform quality inspections and document production results.
• Must be able to work safely and in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment to count, bevel, assemble, weld, and test components.
• Load and unload raw materials and finished products, including lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Perform assembly work using air tools and automated manufacturing equipment.
• Complete quality inspections, testing procedures, and production documentation.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Support production demands through overtime and occasional weekend work.

Skills

Production operations

Quality inspections

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Tools

Air tools

Automated equipment

Job description

General Production Worker - $19/Hour - Start Immediately!

Join a stable, growing union manufacturing company that offers long-term career opportunities, competitive pay, and the potential for a wage increase upon permanent hire/conversion . This is an excellent opportunity for candidates looking to build a career in manufacturing with a company that values safety, teamwork, and employee development.

Job Responsibilities:

• Operate production equipment to count, bevel, assemble, weld, and test components.
• Load and unload raw materials and finished products, including lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Perform assembly work using air tools and automated manufacturing equipment.
• Complete quality inspections, testing procedures, and production documentation.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Support production demands through overtime and occasional weekend work.

Pay & Shift Information:

• 1st Shift: 5:00 AM - 1:30 PM (overtime may extend shift until 3:30 PM)
• 2nd Shift: 3:30 PM - 12:00 AM (overtime may extend shift until 2:00 AM)
• Starting Pay: $18.00 - $19.00 per hour

Why Join This Company?

• Union work environment offering stability and career growth.
• Opportunity to become a permanent employee based on performance and attendance.
• Pay increase upon conversion to a direct-hire employee.
• Access to union benefits and additional opportunities for advancement after conversion.
• Overtime available.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Bartlett, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $19.00/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 Bartlett,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 23, 2026.

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.

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.