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Located in Romeoville, IL
Salary: $21.00
Now Hiring: Production Assistant - CNC Tube Laser (2nd Shift | Temp-to-Hire)Schedule: Monday - Friday, 2:00 PM - 11:30 PM
Location: 400,000 sq. ft. facility | Romeoville, IL
Union Opportunity | Local 597Starting Pay: $21/hour - Raise upon hire by company
We are seeking skilled
Production Assistants to support our
CNC Tube Laser operations on 2nd shift. This is a great opportunity for candidates with a strong manufacturing background who are looking to grow their skills.
No prior tube laser experience is required - training is provided for the right candidate.Key Responsibilities- Monitor and operate CNC tube laser equipment under guidance of leads and operators
- Set up machinery and ensure production meets quality standards
- Read and interpret work orders and blueprints
- Use precision measuring tools such as calipers, measuring tape, and angle finders (millimeter measurements)
- Load and unload raw materials using overhead cranes
- Lift, package, and move finished products
- Perform light machine maintenance as directed
- Maintain accurate ERP records
- Communicate effectively during shift handoffs
- Report equipment or production issues promptly
What We're Looking For- High school diploma required; technical training or Associate's degree preferred
- 2-5 years of manufacturing or production experience
- Strong mechanical aptitude with experience in machine setup and troubleshooting
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints
- Comfortable using calipers, tape measures, and angle finders (millimeter-based measurements)
- Solid understanding of shop math (trigonometry a plus)
- Experience in cutting, laser, or fabrication environments is a plus but not required
- English comprehension required for safety and communication
- Spanish-speaking resources available onsite
- This is a skilled role - not general labor
Work Conditions- Physically demanding: standing, bending, lifting up to 60 lbs.
- Exposure to noise, vibration, and varying temperatures
- PPE provided: high-visibility vest, steel-toe boots with metatarsal guards, prescription safety glasses
- Locker rooms and company-paid uniforms provided upon hire
- No cell phones allowed on the shop floor
Pre-Employment Requirements- 4-panel rapid drug test (No THC for pre-employment; tested post-accident)
- 7-year, all-county criminal background check
- Must wear steel-toe boots with metatarsal guards
What to Expect- 5-day orientation on 1st shift
- Temp-to-hire opportunity with full union benefits upon hire
- Immediate hiring decisions following interviews
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