Seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Machine Operator to support a flap disc manufacturing operation. You will work with computerized production equipment, tools, and parts in a fast-paced environment, handling materials up to 50–60 pounds while collaborating closely with other machine operators and team members to meet production goals and maintain high quality standards.

• Load production data and work orders into computerized machine systems accurately and efficiently.
• Set up machines and perform all required make-ready activities before production runs.
• Operate flap disc production equipment safely, following established procedures and guidelines.
• Produce work orders according to specifications, quality standards, and production schedules.
• Unload finished flap discs from the production line and handle products carefully to avoid damage.
• Compress finished products and load them onto oven racks for further processing.
• Work alongside other machine operators and the labeling team each morning to unload oven racks and prepare products for the next stage of production.
• Inspect products visually for quality, identifying defects or irregularities and reporting any issues to supervisors.
• Use hand and power tools, tape measures, and other equipment as needed to support production and assembly tasks.
• Perform packing and assembly tasks related to flap disc production as required.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and follow all safety and operational procedures.
• Perform repetitive production tasks while maintaining consistency, accuracy, and attention to detail.

• At least 1 year of production experience in a manufacturing or similar environment.
• Experience using hand and power tools in a safe and effective manner.
• Mechanical aptitude and the ability to understand how production machinery and tools operate.
• Visual inspection experience with the ability to identify product defects and quality issues.
• Comfortable lifting up to 50–60 pounds on a regular basis.
• Comfortable performing repetitive tasks while maintaining focus and quality.
• Ability to work with computerized machine systems and basic computer interfaces.
• Ability to read and follow work orders, production data, and quality specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to meeting production and quality standards.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a small, tight-knit production team.

• Machine operator or machine attendant experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience working with abrasive products or in abrasive manufacturing.
• Experience with general production, packing, and assembly tasks.
• Familiarity with using tape measures and hand tools for measurement and assembly.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced production environment and changing priorities.

Join a close-knit, family-oriented team in a growing market with strong long-term potential. Enjoy a supportive culture that celebrates birthdays, hosts employee lunches and holiday parties, and values teamwork and collaboration. When you transition to permanent status, you gain access to full health, dental, and vision benefits, along with a 401(k) plan, offering both a welcoming workplace and solid benefits for your future.

This is a first-shift position, Monday through Friday, from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The role is based in a clean and spacious warehouse environment with a smaller crew, fostering a tight-knit and collaborative culture. You will stand for the majority of the workday while operating production machinery, handling materials, and working with hand and power tools, tape measures, and computerized machine systems in a well-organized manufacturing setting.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wood Dale, IL.

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/hr.

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