Manufacturing Security Officer Jobs in Chicago

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Browse manufacturing plant security openings across Chicago and the collar counties, from food processing to industrial plants. Gatehouse, access, and patrol posts. Built for Chicago officers.

$19-23Typical Hourly Pay
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Overview

Manufacturing Security Officer Jobs in Chicago: Plant and Gatehouse Work

Chicago's manufacturing base is deep, spanning food processing, industrial equipment, and plants across the collar counties. These are 24/7 operations that need gatehouse coverage, access control, and patrol.

Plant security is steady, procedure-driven work with a safety component. Many posts run overnight, which fits officers who prefer nights and a fixed site.

Overview & Duties
Role Overview

What Manufacturing Security Officers Do in Chicago

Officers staff the plant gatehouse, control employee and contractor access, secure shipping and receiving, patrol the perimeter and interior, and watch for safety and hazard issues. Documentation and consistency matter.

Plant sites often run three shifts, so overnight and weekend coverage is common and steady.

Duties

Common Duties & Responsibilities

  • Plant gatehouse and access control
  • Employee and contractor badging
  • Shipping, receiving, and dock security
  • Perimeter and interior patrol
  • Safety and hazard observation
  • Incident and activity reporting
Compensation

What This Role Pays in Chicago

Chicago manufacturing plant security typically pays 19 to 23 dollars an hour. Overnight posts and leads pay toward the higher end.

Entry Level
$19-20/hr
~$40k-42k/yr
Experienced
$21-23/hr
~$44k-48k/yr
Lead / Senior
$24-27/hr
~$50k-56k/yr
Requirements & Getting Started
Requirements

What You Need

  • Valid Illinois PERC card plus 20-hour training
  • Minimum age 18; high school diploma or GED
  • Safety awareness in an industrial setting
  • Reliability and consistent attendance
  • Clean background check
  • Comfort working a fixed plant site
Getting Started

How To Get Started

  • Apply to plant security contractors and in-house programs
  • Note your shift availability, since plants run around the clock
  • Overnight and weekend coverage is common
  • Highlight any industrial or safety experience
  • Keep your PERC current, since all posts require it
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FAQ

Security Job FAQs

Common questions from security officer job seekers in Chicago.

What does a manufacturing security officer do?
Officers staff the plant gatehouse, control employee and contractor access, secure shipping and receiving, patrol the site, and watch for safety and hazard issues.
How much do manufacturing security officers make in Chicago?
Typically 19 to 23 dollars an hour. Overnight posts and leads pay toward the higher end.
Where are manufacturing security jobs in Chicago?
Food processing and industrial plants across Chicago and the collar counties. The metro has a deep manufacturing base that staffs security around the clock.
Is manufacturing security overnight work?
Often. Plants typically run three shifts, so overnight and weekend coverage is common and steady.
Do I need a PERC card for manufacturing security?
Yes. Manufacturing plant security roles in Illinois require a PERC card and the 20-hour training.

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