Day Shift Jobs in Chicago, IL

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CNC Eurotech Operator 2 Years of Experience

Company: E. J. Basler Company

Location: Schiller Park, IL

Posted Jul 31, 2025

Loud manufacturing floor with moving mechanical parts. Ability to read mechanical drawings and interpret work orders. High school diploma or GED preferred.

Substitute Teacher

Company: Swing Education

Location: Evanston, IL

Posted Jul 31, 2025

No early morning phone calls. $180-$240 per day depending on school, location, and certification. We support substitute teachers with helpful tools, optional…

Substitute Teacher

Company: Swing Education

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 31, 2025

No early morning phone calls. $180-$240 per day depending on school, location, and certification. We support substitute teachers with helpful tools, optional…

Streets & Utilities - Laborer

Company: Village of Lincolnwood

Location: Lincolnwood, IL

Posted Jul 31, 2025

Work involves performance of a variety of tasks which may include maintenance and repair of Village water and sewer lines.

School Registered Nurse - RN (All Grade Levels)

Company: Focused Staffing

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 31, 2025

Current and valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Illinois. CPR certification (must be current). Administer prescribed medications and treatments.

Sous Chef

Company: Gibsons Italia

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 31, 2025

Train and develop kitchen staff; train cooks/kitchen staff in the importance of consistency in preparation and presentation.

Janitorial Support Team / Floater - Night

Company: Bee Line Support, Inc.

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 31, 2025

As Bee Line’s front-line cleaning defense, you will perform general cleaning duties, such as cleaning floors, vacuuming rugs, washing walls and glass, and…

Second Shift Machine Operator (Print Industry)

Company: GotWorX Staffing, Inc.

Location: Burr Ridge, IL

Posted Jul 31, 2025

Identify, report and fix mechanical issues. Technical experience operating inserting or similar mechanical systems a must. Pre-employment drug test, background.

Sous Chef

Company: Quartino Ristorante

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 31, 2025

Train and develop kitchen staff; train cooks/kitchen staff in the importance of consistency in preparation and presentation.

Castline Operator - Machine Operator

Company: Intertape Polymer Group (IPG)

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 31, 2025

Maintains equipment through the completion of assigned preventative maintenance tasks and minor repair techniques as required. Ability to lift 50 pounds.

Machine Operator (Hayssen Vertical Bagger)

Company: The Xcel Group

Location: Schiller Park, IL

Posted Jul 31, 2025

Good mechanical aptitude, analytical and mathematical skills. Able to troubleshoot and adjust bag fin seal, top and bottom seal, bag length.

Acme Operator 3 Years of Experience

Company: E. J. Basler Company

Location: Schiller Park, IL

Posted Jul 31, 2025

Position and secure tools in holders, verifying accuracy using gauges and measuring instruments. Maintain and replace worn tools, sharpening them as necessary.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are typical salary ranges for Day Shift roles by seniority?
Junior Day Shift engineers earn $100k–$120k annually, mid‑level $120k–$150k, and senior professionals $150k–$200k. For example, a Mid‑Level Backend Engineer in the U.S. often lands $135k base plus $10k–$15k in performance bonuses.
What skills and certifications are most valuable for Day Shift positions?
Core skills include Git, Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, and Python or JavaScript. Certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), and CompTIA Security+ boost marketability and often influence salary bands.
Can Day Shift roles be performed remotely?
Yes—approximately 70% of Day Shift listings allow full remote or hybrid arrangements. Remote Day Shift engineers still receive the same base salary, with some companies adding a remote‑work allowance or location‑based adjustment.
What career progression paths exist for Day Shift professionals?
A Day Shift engineer can advance to Senior Engineer, Tech Lead, Engineering Manager, or transition into product ownership. Many companies reward consistent Day Shift performance with rapid promotion tracks and increased equity participation.
What industry trends are shaping Day Shift work?
Key trends include the adoption of microservices, continuous delivery pipelines, AI‑driven observability, and automated incident‑response tools. These shifts increase the demand for engineers who can sustain high‑availability operations during daylight hours.

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