Assistant Operator-Day Shift

Hourly
Ingleside, IL
Posted on November 3, 2026
$18.50 - $18.50

Assistant Operator – PM Shift: Ingleside, Illinois

A manufacturing facility in Ingleside, Illinois is hiring Assistant Operators for night shifts. As an Assistant Operator, you’ll work as part of a team operating machinery and helping produce high-quality finished goods that meet customer specifications and performance standards.

Responsibilities of the Assistant Operator:

Adhere to the Quality Policy to ensure products and services meet customers’ expectations.
Operate production equipment within specified limits.
Monitor raw materials, product and equipment for defects or deviations.
Perform routine maintenance and inspections of equipment to ensure safe, high quality, productive operation.
Support a constructive team culture and contribute to a positive workplace.
Maintain production records and monitor product quality against established control charts.
Perform site-safety audits routinely as scheduled
Keep area clean and orderly throughout the shift.

Assistant Operator Requirements and Qualifications:

High School or GED Equivalent required
Manufacturing experience preferred
Mechanical troubleshooting skills preferred
Basic computer skills desired – keyboarding, Microsoft Office
Must be able to work in fast environment and be a team player
Ability to lift to 45lbs and be able to stand for long periods
Ability to push, pull, bend, and reach for extended periods
Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision
Able to work hours as needed, including a 12-hour shift schedule (including every other weekend, OT and holidays)

Pay for Assistant Operator: Starting at $18.50/hour.

Assistant Operator Benefits:

Health/Dental/Vision insurance
401k with up to 4% company matching
Paid weekly.
Direct deposit.
Paid time off.
Paid training.

Type: Night Shift, Full-time

Schedule:

Night Shift: 7pm-7am. Rotating Schedule:

Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday

Week 2: Wednesday and Thursday.

Apply now!

Are you ready to move from the worries of today to your dreams of tomorrow? If so, give Hughes a call. We are the top-rated staffing, recruiting, and HR experts in the region. We are headquartered in Freeport, IL and have 11 locations across Illinois, Wisconsin, and Minnesota. Where we have offices, we have connections to the best local jobs! Walk in our doors and you’ll find friendly professional staff who dig deep, get results, and most importantly have fun! The reviews speak for themselves, at Hughes we quickly hook you up with companies that offer competitive pay rates, great culture & benefits, and a chance to elevate your life. We offer health insurance and 401(k) too to all our employees. To get the ball rolling, visit us online and complete our application. We’ll be in touch soon!

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