Production Assistant - CNC Tube Laser - 2nd Shift

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Location

Lockport, IL, 60441

Job Type

Other

Date Posted

7 September 2026

Job Full Description

Now Hiring: Production Assistant - CNC Tube Laser (2nd Shift | Temp-to-Hire)

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 2:00 PM - 11:30 PM
Location: 400,000 sq. ft. facility | Romeoville, IL
Union Opportunity | Local 597
Starting Pay: $21/hour - Raise upon hire by company

We are seeking skilled Production Assistants to support our CNC Tube Laser operations on 2nd shift. This is a great opportunity for candidates with a strong manufacturing background who are looking to grow their skills. No prior tube laser experience is required - training is provided for the right candidate.
Key Responsibilities

Monitor and operate CNC tube laser equipment under guidance of leads and operators
Set up machinery and ensure production meets quality standards
Read and interpret work orders and blueprints
Use precision measuring tools such as calipers, measuring tape, and angle finders (millimeter measurements)
Load and unload raw materials using overhead cranes
Lift, package, and move finished products
Perform light machine maintenance as directed
Maintain accurate ERP records
Communicate effectively during shift handoffs
Report equipment or production issues promptly

What We're Looking For

High school diploma required; technical training or Associate's degree preferred
2-5 years of manufacturing or production experience
Strong mechanical aptitude with experience in machine setup and troubleshooting
Ability to read and interpret blueprints
Comfortable using calipers, tape measures, and angle finders (millimeter-based measurements)
Solid understanding of shop math (trigonometry a plus)
Experience in cutting, laser, or fabrication environments is a plus but not required
English comprehension required for safety and communication
Spanish-speaking resources available onsite
This is a skilled role - not general labor

Work Conditions

Physically demanding: standing, bending, lifting up to 60 lbs.
Exposure to noise, vibration, and varying temperatures
PPE provided: high-visibility vest, steel-toe boots with metatarsal guards, prescription safety glasses
Locker rooms and company-paid uniforms provided upon hire
No cell phones allowed on the shop floor

Pre-Employment Requirements

4-panel rapid drug test (No THC for pre-employment; tested post-accident)
7-year, all-county criminal background check
Must wear steel-toe boots with metatarsal guards

What to Expect

5-day orientation on 1st shift
Temp-to-hire opportunity with full union benefits upon hire
Immediate hiring decisions following interviews

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