PRODUCTION OPERATOR

Aleron; Barrington Township (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Acara Solutions in Hoffman Estates, IL is seeking a Production Operator to join a hands-on manufacturing team. You will operate manual and automated production equipment, perform quality checks, and help ensure safe, accurate, and on-schedule production for up to 12 months.

The ideal candidate has 1+ years of experience with manual manufacturing equipment, good measurement skills, and attention to detail. The role offers a 40-hour work week on the first shift and a hourly compensation of $25.00.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED accepted.
• 1+ years of experience operating manual manufacturing equipment or production machinery.
• Milling experience is a plus.
• Be computer literate, proficient in word processing and email.
• Ability to read, interpret and follow prints, diagrams and work instructions.
• Knowledge of US customary and metric measurement units.
• Good eye for detail and steady hands.
• Ability to read and use measuring tools (Micrometers, Calipers).

Responsibilities

• Operate manual manufacturing equipment, including rolling presses and cutting presses, to produce products.
• Assemble, test, and pack products using hand tools, pneumatic drivers, and computerized equipment.
• Use micrometers to measure material thickness and perform in-process quality checks.
• Troubleshoot automated presses to maintain production and minimize interruptions.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area while meeting production deadlines.

Skills

Operate manual equipment

Troubleshoot equipment

Quality checks

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Job description

Job Title: Production Operator

Location: Hoffman Estates, IL

Employment Type: Temp (12 Months)

Industry: Manufacturing

Compensation: $25.00/Hour

Schedule: 40 Hours/Week 1st Shift

About the Opportunity

• Join a hands-on manufacturing team as a Production Operator, where you'll assemble, test, and pack products while operating manual and automated production equipment. You'll perform quality checks, troubleshoot equipment, and help keep production running safely, accurately, and on schedule.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Supportive, team-driven culture that values collaboration, transparency, and accountability.
• Opportunity to grow your career with a global workforce solutions leader serving multiple industries.
• People-first environment that encourages employees to bring their authentic selves to work.
• Strong focus on partnership, innovation, and delivering meaningful results for clients and candidates.

Why This Opportunity is Exciting

This role offers the chance to join a company that prioritises both people and performance-where your contributions directly impact client success while giving you room to grow and develop professionally.

About Acara Solutions

Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

What You'll Do

• Operate manual manufacturing equipment, including rolling presses and cutting presses, to produce products.
• Assemble, test, and pack products using hand tools, pneumatic drivers, and computerized equipment.
• Use micrometers to measure material thickness and perform in-process quality checks.
• Troubleshoot automated presses to maintain production and minimize interruptions.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area while completing production requirements on time.

Job Requirements

What You'll Bring

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1+ years of experience in operating manual manufacturing equipment or production machinery.

What Sets You Apart

• Milling experience
• Be computer literate, knowledgeable in word and e-mails for general communications.
• Ability to read, interpret and follow prints, diagrams, written and oral work instructions and other written documentation similar to production.
• Good working knowledge of measure units American standards and metric.
• Must have good eye for detail.
• Ability to read and use measuring tools. (Micrometers, calipers)
• Self-starter must be able to work on your own with limited supervision and have good communication skills.

Additional Information

• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check.

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Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.