Production Associate

Aerotek; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

Student loan repayment

Vacation and sick leave

401(k) Retirement Plan

Job summary

Aerotek in Downers Grove, IL is seeking a Production Associate in the MTA Liquids department as a Filler Operator. This contract-to-hire role offers three shifts: 1st (6 am-2:30 pm), 2nd (2 pm-10:30 pm), and 3rd (10 pm-6:30 am).

You will load, fill, label, and pack products, using batch sheets to fulfill customer orders in a GMP environment. Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; student loan assistance; vacation and sick leave; and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Batch mixing experience.
• Machine operating in a GMP environment.
• Packing experience in a GMP environment.

Responsibilities

• Work in a loud, fast-paced production environment.
• Load, unload, count, label, ship, and pack products ranging from 5 lbs to 50 lbs.
• Fill finished products and raw materials into customer containers, including gallon jugs, small drums, and small containers.
• Utilize batch sheets to fill orders for various customers.
• Employ basic measurement and mathematical skills.
• Operate the DOSS computer system for data entry and track production and equipment status updates.
• Report to shift supervisors and collaborate with production workers to meet goals.
• Perform additional duties in the production area as required.
• Package products efficiently.

Skills

Batch Mixing

Machine operation

Packing

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Production Associate now open

We are seeking a dedicated Production Associate to join our team in the MTA Liquids department as a Filler Operator. This role offers diverse shift opportunities: 1st shift from Monday to Friday, 6 am-2:30 pm; 2nd shift from Monday to Friday, 2 pm-10:30 pm; and 3rd shift from Sunday to Thursday, 10 pm-6:30 am.

Pay: $20/hr

Responsibilities

• Work in a loud, fast-paced, and sometimes dirty production environment.

• Load, unload, count, label, ship, and pack products ranging from 5 lbs to 50 lbs.

• Fill finished products and raw materials into customer-requested containers, including gallon jugs, small drums, and small containers.

• Utilize batch sheets to fill orders for various customers.

• Employ basic measurement and mathematical skills.

• Operate the DOSS computer system for data entry and track production and equipment status updates.

• Report to shift supervisors and collaborate with production workers to meet goals.

• Perform additional duties in the production area as required.

• Package products efficiently.

Essential Skills

• Batch Mixing experience.

• Machine operating experience within a GMP environment.

• Packing experience in a GMP environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Stand-up reach truck experience (6+ months of experience).

• Good work tenure (more than 1+ year at a position).

• Ability to work with a computer.

• High School Diploma or GED is required for permanent employment.

Why Work Here?

We offer comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, with 90% paid for employees. We provide educational assistance and student loan repayment up to $2,500 after one year of employment. Enjoy vacation benefits with up to two weeks of vacation time after one year and sick days.

Work Environment

Our company manufactures and distributes various liquid and powdered chemicals for the food industry, with products featured in well-known brands like Dunkin' Donuts and Starbucks. The production floor has a strong odor, and our warehouse team comprises 10-15 employees per shift. Candidates must wear hair nets, gloves, and beard nets if necessary. The warehouse department is smaller, with three people, and candidates will learn warehouse procedures, be trained on various equipment, and have opportunities for advancemen

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

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 jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable 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 Downers Grove,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 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.