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Cross-Functional Production Operations Technician

The Huntington Resource
Waukegan, IL Other
POSTED ON 10/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/22/2026
Cross-Functional Production Operations Technician

Waukegan — Step into the heart of a global manufacturing leader where variety is the norm and growth is built into your day. As a Cross-Functional Production Operations Technician, you’ll rotate across assembly, shipping/receiving, and machine operation on a steady first shift, honing a broad skill set with paid training.

A day in the life

Start at 7:00 AM with a quick team huddle. You might kick off in assembly—building and inspecting components—then transition to machine operation to run equipment and monitor output, and finish the day supporting shipping/receiving to stage, pack, and move materials. Along the way, you’ll solve problems on the fly, collaborate with teammates, and keep quality and safety front and center. Your day wraps at 3:30 PM, with time back for life outside work.

What you’ll do
  • Rotate between assembly, shipping/receiving, and machine operation based on production needs
  • Handle materials and operate equipment safely and efficiently
  • Perform basic quality checks and maintain accurate documentation
  • Troubleshoot routine production issues in a fast-paced environment
  • Partner with warehouse, logistics, and production teams to hit targets
What you bring
  • Good English comprehension
  • Good understanding of Math
  • Able to work with hands with strong manual dexterity skills
  • Strong problem solving skills with ability to work in a fast paced setting
  • Must be reliable and on time!
  • Manufacturing experience preferred; training will be provided
Schedule & pay

First shift (7:00 AM – 3:30 PM), $21 per hour. Multiple openings available.

Proficiencies we value
  • Shipping/Receiving
  • Warehouse Experience
  • Material Handler Experience
  • Mechanical Assembly Skills
Benefits that support you

Upon hire, enjoy a comprehensive package: health insurance, PTO, paid holidays, 401(k), access to an on-site fitness center, and a genuinely healthy work/life balance.

Compliance requirements (verbatim)
  • Pass a criminal background check
  • Drug test
  • Pass e-verification
Ready to apply?

If this sounds like your next step, send your resume for immediate review. Join a large, successful, international manufacturing company and build a career with momentum.

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