Aerotek
Job Title: General Production Worker
Job Description
We are seeking dedicated individuals to join our team as General Production Workers, responsible for operating industrial sewing machines to manufacture medical device parts. This role involves a week of training on industrial sewing machines, followed by mentorship on the production floor.
Responsibilities
Set up sewing machine with the correct thread.
Increase production count to the expected output level for each product within 13 weeks.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Operate sewing machine while sitting for extended periods.
Request assistance or call maintenance if issues arise with the sewing machine.
Ensure products meet quality standards.
Essential Skills
Attention to detail.
Experience or ability to thrive in a fast-paced production environment.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Industrial sewing experience.
Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).
Experience in medical device manufacturing.
Why Work Here?
Our organization is committed to promoting from within, as exemplified by our Director of Operations, who began in this very position 15 years ago. We offer a supportive company culture where everyone is respectful and dedicated to employee success. Continuous training and advancement opportunities are available, with four levels of sewers that correspond to pay increases.
Work Environment
Our facility is a Contract Manufacturing Medical Device Company that has seen significant growth, employing 800 individuals at our St. Charles location. The production floor, composed of 75% industrial sewing machines, operates in a clean GMP environment where hairnets and beard nets (if applicable) are mandatory. Although not climate-controlled, the area is equipped with fans to mitigate heat during the summer months. Our diverse workforce speaks over five languages, and we support individuals who utilize translation technology to ensure success. The work schedule includes a standard first shift from 6:00 am to 2:30 pm and a second shift from 3:00 pm to 11:30 pm, with voluntary extended hours and Saturday work available upon meeting certain production rates.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of St. Charles, Illinois.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $18.00/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 Batavia,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 21, 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.
Job Description
We are seeking dedicated individuals to join our team as General Production Workers, responsible for operating industrial sewing machines to manufacture medical device parts. This role involves a week of training on industrial sewing machines, followed by mentorship on the production floor.
Responsibilities
Set up sewing machine with the correct thread.
Increase production count to the expected output level for each product within 13 weeks.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Operate sewing machine while sitting for extended periods.
Request assistance or call maintenance if issues arise with the sewing machine.
Ensure products meet quality standards.
Essential Skills
Attention to detail.
Experience or ability to thrive in a fast-paced production environment.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Industrial sewing experience.
Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).
Experience in medical device manufacturing.
Why Work Here?
Our organization is committed to promoting from within, as exemplified by our Director of Operations, who began in this very position 15 years ago. We offer a supportive company culture where everyone is respectful and dedicated to employee success. Continuous training and advancement opportunities are available, with four levels of sewers that correspond to pay increases.
Work Environment
Our facility is a Contract Manufacturing Medical Device Company that has seen significant growth, employing 800 individuals at our St. Charles location. The production floor, composed of 75% industrial sewing machines, operates in a clean GMP environment where hairnets and beard nets (if applicable) are mandatory. Although not climate-controlled, the area is equipped with fans to mitigate heat during the summer months. Our diverse workforce speaks over five languages, and we support individuals who utilize translation technology to ensure success. The work schedule includes a standard first shift from 6:00 am to 2:30 pm and a second shift from 3:00 pm to 11:30 pm, with voluntary extended hours and Saturday work available upon meeting certain production rates.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of St. Charles, Illinois.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $18.00/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 Batavia,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 21, 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.