Processing Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Processing Operator

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Process Operator responsible for mixing batches and processing raw materials. The role involves ensuring workstation cleanliness, preparing ingredients for batch making, weighing and scaling ingredients, and following formula sheets and software instructions to create high-quality products.

Shift/Pay:

• 4:00 am- 1:30 Mon-Thurs, need to be available for OT on Friday 
• $21.54/hr

Responsibilities

• Maintain workstation cleanliness, including washing down kettles, floors, and kitchen tools.
• Prepare ingredients for batch making by pre-scaling wet and dry ingredients, opening pails and buckets, and preparing ingredient slurries.
• Move drums and totes, manipulate air pumps for kettle additions, and compile manual-add ingredients on rolling carts.
• Weigh and scale ingredients for batch preparation.
• Manually add ingredients against the Formula Sheet to ensure batch quality and accuracy.
• Follow instructions of Formula Sheets and WonderWare software to create products within defined specifications.
• Utilize hand jacks to move pallets of ingredients, drums, buckets, and totes.

Essential Skills

• Experience in production, machine operation, general labor, labeling, packaging, and general production.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Professionalism, problem solving, and attention to detail.
• Self-motivated with a strong dedication to success.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment with a positive attitude.
• Participation in employee training related to GMP’s, Health and Safety, and technical training for internal development.

Why Work Here?

Join a fourth-generation, family-owned company in the food industry, renowned for quality and innovation. Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and numerous company perks including paid holidays, employee appreciation events, and advancement opportunities. Benefit from a safe work environment with stringent safety measures, a transparent leadership team, and a company culture focused on community involvement and employee development.

Work Environment

Work in a food manufacturing facility, where the environment may be hot. The facility prioritizes safety and cleanliness, providing a secure workplace for all employees.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Swedesboro, NJ.

The pay range for this position is $21.54 - $21.54/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Swedesboro,NJ.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 14, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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.