Production Associate

Aerotek; Gurnee (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Aerotek in Gurnee, IL is hiring a Production Associate for a first shift (7:00 AM - 3:30 PM). The role involves mechanical assembly of pumps and valves, reading drawings/diagrams, using hand and power tools, and performing quality checks in a climate-controlled, onsite environment.

This permanent position offers $21.00 per hour, with weekly pay and a benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and PTO.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical assembly on pumps and valves (cartridge, in-line, and check valves)
• Working from drawings/diagrams (not blueprints)
• Handling small metal parts
• Using hand and power tools
• Performing quality checks
• First piece, in-process, and final assembly/inspection/testing
• Lifting up to 25 pounds
• Onsite, climate-controlled environment

Job description

Production Associate

Shift: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Pay Rate: $21.00/hour

Operators are trained to work in four different areas Learn new skills, understand how work flows across departments, and be part of a collaborative work environment!

Key Responsibilities

• Will need to be open to performing mechanical assembly on various products including pumps and valves (cartridge, in-line, and check valves)
• Will be working off drawings and diagrams (they do not use blueprints) to assemble the parts
• They will be working with small parts and metal pieces
• Utilizing hand and power tools
• Performing quality checks on products
• First piece, in process, and final assembly and inspection/testing
• Lifting heavy materials up to 25 pounds
• Climate Controlled environment

• -Very clean and organized
• -Great room for advancement

They do parties and picnics everyone is involved in, around the holidays they give out turkeys for all the workers. They have a gym and a golf range in the building and do all promotions within.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Gurnee, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00/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 Gurnee,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 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.