Batch Maker

Company: Aerotek
Location: Schaumburg
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Title: Batch Maker Job Description The adhesive technician is responsible for ensuring that adhesives are accurately mixed for use in extrusion laminations, solvent laminations, and solventless laminations. This position requires a high degree of accuracy and organization. Responsibilities Follow all adhesive safety requirements. Ensure proper grounding procedures are strictly followed. Use Excel spreadsheets to calculate proper mix ratios and quantities. Accurately mix adhesives using proper batch formulas, accurate weighing, possible heating, and recording. Ensure adhesives and catalysts are properly labeled for safety and environmental compliance. Maintain and organize inventory inside the adhesive room. Properly label, maintain, and organize hazardous waste in the collection area. Prepare hazardous waste for shipment as needed. Maintain a high level of cleanliness in the adhesive room. Receive bulk solvent shipments and drum deliveries. Maintain outside storage area for empty drums. Alert maintenance in a timely fashion to any mechanical issues noticed. Maintain accurate inventory and reconcile system in adhesive storage area. Ensure adhesive room equipment is clean and organized. Clean adhesive and primer gravures using the MicroClean station. Inspect adhesive and primer gravures for cleanliness and damage, and document findings on the cylinder inspection form. Support E&L production lines as needed, including hanging raw materials, unloading finished products, and cleaning out adhesive stations. Participate in continuous improvement activities as needed. Essential Skills Proficiency in mixing and production processes. Experience with batch mixer operations. Capability to use Excel for calculations. Additional Skills & Qualifications Ability to maintain organization and cleanliness in the work area. Experience in handling hazardous waste and maintaining inventory. Why Work Here? Enjoy the benefits of working on contract with vacation and holiday offerings. Uniforms are provided, and you will have the luxury of 3 or 4 day weekends every week. Upon permanent employment, benefit from $100 per year for steel toe shoes, a shift differential depending on department and schedule, and three weeks of vacation after one year of service. Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid holidays, vacation, and 401k plans. Work Environment Work in a flexible packaging environment within the Extrusion and Lamination Department and the printing department, operating two shifts from 5am-5pm and 5pm-5am, Monday through Thursday. Expect to have 3 or 4 day weekends regularly. The facility is not air-conditioned but is equipped with large fans for a comfortable work environment. On hot summer days, water and cold treats are provided. Being a food and medical packaging environment, hairnets and masks are required, although beard nets are not necessary. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Schaumburg, IL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/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 Schaumburg,IL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 27, 2026. 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. Company Description 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 meet 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 in solving 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. Company Description 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 meet 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 in solving 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.

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