Machine Builder

Job Title: Mechanical Assembler

Job Description

Join our team as a Mechanical Assembler where you will play a crucial role in building mechanical machines, primarily for the food industry. This position requires attention to detail and the ability to interpret blueprints, contributing to the creation of high-quality automated machinery.

Responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical components to build automated machines.
• Interpret and work from blueprints to ensure precise assembly.
• Utilize hand tools effectively for mechanical assembly tasks.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure the efficient building of machines.

Why Work Here?

Be a part of a dynamic team in a small shop environment where innovation and precision are valued. Enjoy the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge technology in the food industry, fostering both professional growth and satisfaction.

Work Environment

Work in a small shop environment with a dedicated team focused on building automated machines for the food industry. The position operates on a first shift schedule from 7am to 3:30pm, providing a structured and consistent workday.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Lake Forest, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $32.00/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 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 Lake Forest,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 16, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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.