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Machine Shop Operator

Grayslake, IL 60030

Posted: 06/25/2025 Job Number: 48304230 Pay Rate: $18-21 / hour

Job Description

SURESTAFF is immediately hiring Machine Shop Operators for a client in Grayslake, IL. The Machine Shop Operator is responsible for operating automated and semi-automated production equipment to create and manufacture finished products.   
 SURESTAFF is invested in their team members!  All temp-to-hire employees are offered competitive compensation $18-$21/HR as well as a benefits package including health insurance (medical, dental, and vision).  Generous referral bonuses are available upon hire.   Available shifts include 1st Shift.  Overtime is available on a first come, first serve basis.   Responsibilities of the Machine Shop Operator: 
  • Performs a variety of tasks associated with the manufacturing of parts such as stamping, hobbing, assembly, packaging, painting, drilling reaming, tapping milling, countersink duburring and cutting using a wide variety of machine shop equipment. 
  • Process routing operations following standardized methods rates and processes
  • Present parts for specified inspection and to inspect parts with measuring tools to insure integrity and quality of parts. 
  • Generally meets and exceeds productivity and accuracy goals 
  • Provide reliable solutions to moderately complex problems
  • Identifies, researches and resolves basic and/or moderately complex issues 
  • Offer suggestions to improve processes and/or systems 
  • Work collaboratively team members to achieve balanced scorecard objectives 

Required Qualifications of the Machine Shop Operator:
  • Able to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. 
  • Able to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization 
  • Able to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, and regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
 About Surestaff At Surestaff, we are dedicated to helping individuals unlock their career potential through meaningful job opportunities. As a leading staffing agency in the light industrial and manufacturing space, we pride ourselves on connecting talent with top employers across the Midwest and Southeast. With an estimated yearly revenue of $295 million, Surestaff was recently named one of the largest staffing firms in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA). We understand that finding the right job is about more than just a paycheck – it's about finding the opportunity that fits your skills, goals, and lifestyle. Here are the benefits you’ll enjoy when you partner with us: 
  • Access to a wide range of job opportunities  
  • Competitive pay 
  • Health and Wellness Programs (including EAP) 
  • Medical benefits including medical, vision, dental, and prescriptions  
  • Electronic weekly pay 
  • Employee Advocacy & Personalized Job Support   
Surestaff also follows all applicable state and local laws regarding sick time, paid time off, and retirement savings programs. Surestaff is an equal opportunity employer. Our commitment to speed-to-hire means we work efficiently to get you placed in the right role, fast. If you're ready to take control of your career, explore exciting opportunities, and gain experience that lasts, then Surestaff is the place for you. Let’s get started today!  

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