Machine Operator Jobs in Carol Stream, IL

A Machine Operator in the manufacturing industry is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining complex machinery. Their tasks often include checking equipment for proper functioning, performing basic maintenance, ensuring the quality of production outputs, and troubleshooting machines if they break down or malfunction. They also report any issues to the supervisors and work closely with other team members to meet production goals. They may also be tasked with reading blueprints, sketches, or machine parts to determine machining operations.

A prospective Machine Operator should possess technical skills, a strong understanding of machines and tools, and good attention to detail. They should also have the physical stamina to stand for long periods and lift heavy items. Certifications such as a CNC (Computer Numerical Control) Operator certification may be beneficial. Prior to becoming a Machine Operator, an individual might have roles like a Production Worker, Assembly Line Worker, or a Machine Operator Assistant, where they would gain valuable hands-on experience in a manufacturing setting.

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Intermodal Equipment Operator

  • ConGlobal
  • Lyons, IL (17 miles from Carol Stream, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lyons, IL (17 miles from Carol Stream, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Launch Your Career with ConGlobal ConGlobal is hiring immediately for a key role in our global supply chain operations. Whether youre looking to grow your career or gain new skills, this role...

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Food Production Worker - Hiring Immediately

  • Buckhead Meat and Seafood
  • Hoffman Estates, IL (17 miles from Carol Stream, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Hoffman Estates, IL (17 miles from Carol Stream, IL)
  • 11 days ago

JOB SUMMARY Ability to cut meet to customer specifications with a high yielding level of skill. Support the production team with proper level of trimmed product ready for further processing....

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Food Production Worker

  • Buckhead Meat and Seafood
  • Huntley, IL (24 miles from Carol Stream, IL)
  • 23 days ago
  • Huntley, IL (24 miles from Carol Stream, IL)
  • 23 days ago

JOB SUMMARY Ability to cut meet to customer specifications with a high yielding level of skill. Support the production team with proper level of trimmed product ready for further processing....

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Powder Coater/Painter

  • Prince Industries
  • Batavia, IL (11 miles from Carol Stream, IL)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Batavia, IL (11 miles from Carol Stream, IL)
  • 2 hours ago

Carefully reviews and follows all special powder coating instructions. Loads and unloads materials or parts from paint line to specified area....

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General Labor Operator - Summer Help

  • Myers Container Store
  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Carol Stream, IL)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Carol Stream, IL)
  • 2 hours ago

Join North Coast Container as a General Labor Operator - Summer Help and immerse yourself in a dynamic manufacturing environment in Chicago, IL! Experience the thrill of hands-on work where every...

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Warehouse Equipment Operator_Shift_1

  • Neovia Logistics Services, LLC
  • Aurora, IL (10 miles from Carol Stream, IL)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Aurora, IL (10 miles from Carol Stream, IL)
  • 2 hours ago

JOB SUMMARY Responsible for the safe, effective operation and servicing of mechanical, motorized and/or electrical equipment in the facilities work environment Including but not limited to...

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Utility Operator

  • KIK Custom Products
  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Carol Stream, IL)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Carol Stream, IL)
  • 2 hours ago

Act as a Lead, Machine Operator, when the Lead is absent or unavailable. Train associates on company policies and procedures....

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Blending Operator (Full-time) - Overnight Shift

  • Nestlé Health Science
  • Franklin Park, IL (12 miles from Carol Stream, IL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Franklin Park, IL (12 miles from Carol Stream, IL)
  • 8 hours ago

You'll work with machinery, follow safety and quality procedures, and make sure everything runs smoothly on the production line....

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Machinist II, 2nd shift

  • Regalrexnord
  • Downers Grove, IL (8 miles from Carol Stream, IL)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Downers Grove, IL (8 miles from Carol Stream, IL)
  • 13 hours ago

Operate different types of computerized numerical controls to manufacture a finished machined product by performing a wide range of machining operations within tight tolerances....

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12-Hour Daily Shift Machine Operator/General Labor- 2nd Shift

  • Bensenville, IL (10 miles from Carol Stream, IL)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Bensenville, IL (10 miles from Carol Stream, IL)
  • 14 hours ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The machine operator sets up, and monitors equipment used in the manufacturing wire and cable products....

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Helper Operator / General Laborer Positions - 2nd & 3rd Shifts

  • Bensenville, IL (10 miles from Carol Stream, IL)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Bensenville, IL (10 miles from Carol Stream, IL)
  • 14 hours ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The Helper Operator will assist the machine operator to set-up various machines, assist / help monitor equipment used in the manufacturing wire and cable products....

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Machine Operator - 3rd Shift

  • Mauser Packaging Solutions
  • Lake Zurich, IL (21 miles from Carol Stream, IL)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Lake Zurich, IL (21 miles from Carol Stream, IL)
  • 15 hours ago

Support plant production needs for daily operation, changeovers, and outbound shipments. Primarily responsible for assisting in packaging of product of internal and external use, and assisting in...

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Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

  • Mauser Packaging Solutions
  • Elgin, IL (8 miles from Carol Stream, IL)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Elgin, IL (8 miles from Carol Stream, IL)
  • 15 hours ago

Support plant production needs for daily operation, changeovers, and outbound shipments. Primarily responsible for assisting in packaging of product of internal and external use, and assisting in...

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CNC Lathe Setup Machinist

  • Away Staffing Services, Inc.
  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Carol Stream, IL)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Carol Stream, IL)
  • 22 hours ago

at Away Staffing Services, Inc. in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description Our client, a manufacturer of joints and auto equipment in Hillside, is seeking a CNC Lathe Setup Machinist on...

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CNC Rollomatic Grinder Machinist

  • Away Staffing Services, Inc.
  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Carol Stream, IL)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Carol Stream, IL)
  • 22 hours ago

at Away Staffing Services, Inc. in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description Our client, a medical and aerospace manufacturer in Wheeling, seeks a CNC Rollomatic Grinding Machinist for 1st...

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Salary for Machine Operator Jobs in Carol Stream, IL

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Highest Education Level

Machine Operators in Carol Stream, IL offer the following education background
High School or GED
41.5%
Bachelor's Degree
18.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.9%
Associate's Degree
13.0%
Master's Degree
6.3%
Some College
2.2%
Some High School
1.3%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Machine Operators in Carol Stream, IL
None
41.5%
Less than 1 year
22.5%
2-4 years
21.2%
4-6 years
7.6%
1-2 years
7.2%



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