Machine Operator Jobs in Wheeling, 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 (22 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lyons, IL (22 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 1 day 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 (12 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Hoffman Estates, IL (12 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 10 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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Blending Operator (Full-time) - Overnight Shift

  • Nestlé Health Science
  • Franklin Park, IL (13 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Franklin Park, IL (13 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 3 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 (22 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Downers Grove, IL (22 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 8 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 (11 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Bensenville, IL (11 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 9 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 (11 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Bensenville, IL (11 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 9 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 (8 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Lake Zurich, IL (8 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 10 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 (17 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Elgin, IL (17 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 10 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 (20 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 16 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 (20 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 16 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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CNC Milling Operator

  • Away Staffing Services, Inc.
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 16 hours ago

at Away Staffing Services, Inc. in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description Our client, a component manufacturer in Hillside, IL, seeks a CNC Milling Operator on a 6-week temporary basis...

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CNC Mill Operator (Haas and Charmilles) & Inspection Department Lead

  • TMA
  • Schaumburg, IL (10 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (10 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 20 hours ago

CNC Mill Operator (Haas and Charmilles) & Inspection Department Lead Location: Schaumburg, IL Company: Con-Form Industries We are a growing precision manufacturing company seeking an experienced...

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Manufacturing Operator - 3rd Shift & 2nd Shift

  • Georgia Nut Company
  • Niles, IL (8 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Niles, IL (8 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 21 hours ago

About the Role Life is sweeter at Georgia Nut. We are seeking reliable, detail-oriented, and passionate people to join our production and packaging teams. In this role, you'll support daily...

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Multi-Machine Operator-3rd Shift (Downers Grove, Illinois, United States, 60515)

  • Timken Co. (The)
  • Downers Grove, IL (22 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Downers Grove, IL (22 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 21 hours ago

Lovejoy, a company within the Timken family of brands, is hiring Multi Machine Operators. What Timken makes possible begins with you....

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Foamline Utility Operator

  • Rogers Corporation
  • Carol Stream, IL (18 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Carol Stream, IL (18 miles from Wheeling, IL)
  • 21 hours ago

Summary: This role is responsible for functioning as part of a team to meet production goals. This position will communicate production issues and take direction from the department supervisor on...

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Demographic Data for Wheeling, IL

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Salary for Machine Operator Jobs in Wheeling, IL

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Highest Education Level

Machine Operators in Wheeling, 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 Wheeling, 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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