Manufacturing Jobs in Chicago, IL

Manufacturing jobs in Chicago are concentrated in the Near West Side, Pilsen, and the Calumet corridor, with demand running strong across food processing, metals fabrication, and industrial equipment production. Employers hiring right now include S&C Electric Company, Conagra Brands, and Kashiv BioSciences. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles183+
Top employerS&C Electric Company
Work type64% On-site
Top credentialBachelor's degree
Companies hiring19

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Salesforce
Commercial/Enterprise Account Executive -Tableau Analytics AE - Retail & Consumer Goods / Manufacturing, Auto, & Engineering
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Commercial/Enterprise Account Executive -Tableau Analytics AE - Retail & Consumer Goods / Manufacturing, Auto, & Engineering
Salesforce
Chicago, Illinois
Account Management
Customer Success
Sales
$78k - $208k/yr
10,000+

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Kerry
Manufacturing Coordinator
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Manufacturing Coordinator
Kerry
Chicago, Illinois
Account Management
Business Development
Partnerships & Business Development
$24 - $26/hr
Associate's degree
10,000+

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Maruichi Leavitt Pipe & Tube LLC
Manufacturing Team Member
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Manufacturing Team Member
Maruichi Leavitt Pipe & Tube LLC
Chicago, Illinois
Maintenance & Repair
Manufacturing Operations
Mechanical Engineering
Skilled Trades
On-Site
High school diploma or GED
51-200

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Celonis
Senior Value Engineer – Manufacturing
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Senior Value Engineer – Manufacturing
Celonis
Chicago, Illinois
Compliance & Risk
Health & Safety
Human Resources
$115k - $135k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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Sibel Health
Staff Manufacturing Process Engineer
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Staff Manufacturing Process Engineer
Sibel Health
Chicago, Illinois
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
Specialized Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
$121k - $150k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Manufacturing Job Market in Chicago

Who's Hiring

  • S&C Electric Company
    S&C Electric Company24
  • Conagra Brands
    Conagra Brands16
  • Kashiv BioSciences
    Kashiv BioSciences16
  • RSM
    RSM8
  • Kerry
    Kerry8

Top Industries Hiring

  • Energy
  • Manufacturing
  • Food & Beverage
  • Technology & Software
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals

Manufacturing Jobs in Chicago: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a manufacturing job in Chicago?

Start by targeting Chicago's densest hiring corridors: the Near West Side and Pilsen for light manufacturing and food production, and the south-side Calumet industrial zone for heavy metals and logistics-adjacent roles. Employers in those areas consistently look for candidates with hands-on floor experience, forklift certification, or familiarity with lean or Six Sigma methods. Showing up with any one of those gives you a concrete edge in a competitive local market.

Which companies hire manufacturings in Chicago?

Chicago manufacturing roles are posted by S&C Electric Company, Conagra Brands, and Kashiv BioSciences and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. The Chicago market includes a mix of large food and beverage producers, specialty metals firms, and mid-size industrial equipment makers spread across the city's established manufacturing corridors.

Are there remote manufacturing jobs in Chicago?

Yes, but only in limited functions. Hands-on production, assembly, and quality control roles are almost always on-site, while roles in production planning, supply chain coordination, and process engineering can be hybrid. About 36% of manufacturing openings tied to Chicago are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions tend to sit in operations management or technical support rather than on the plant floor.

How can I get a manufacturing job in Chicago with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path in Chicago is through temp-to-hire placements with industrial staffing agencies that place workers directly into South Side and West Side facilities. Many Chicago food processors, packaging operations, and contract manufacturers fill entry-level production associate roles this way, often converting strong performers to permanent staff within 90 days. Earning a forklift certification or a basic OSHA 10 card before applying makes a noticeable difference in how quickly you move through screening.

Which industries hire the most manufacturings in Chicago?

Chicago manufacturing roles concentrate in Energy, Manufacturing, and Food & Beverage, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Chicago's long history as a food processing hub, combined with its deep metals and fabricated-parts supply chain serving Midwest automotive and construction markets, keeps those sectors among the steadiest sources of local manufacturing openings.

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