Mixing Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Mixing Operator

Job Description

The Mixing Operator plays a key role in food manufacturing by accurately preparing ingredients, operating mixing and cooking equipment, and ensuring each batch meets strict quality and food safety standards. This position works closely with production, quality, and maintenance teams to keep operations running smoothly while maintaining a clean, safe, and compliant environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and measure ingredients according to established recipes and production specifications.
• Operate kettles, mixers, cookers, pumps, and other kitchen processing equipment safely and efficiently.
• Monitor cooking temperatures, viscosity, and overall batch quality throughout the production process.
• Blend, mix, and transfer caramel and other confectionery products to production lines.
• Record batch information, production data, and quality check results accurately and in a timely manner.
• Perform equipment setup, changeovers, and basic troubleshooting to support continuous production.
• Follow all food safety, GMP, HACCP, and sanitation procedures at all times.
• Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, utensils, and work areas according to company standards.
• Communicate effectively with production, quality, and maintenance teams to ensure efficient operations.
• Assist with inventory management and ingredient staging to support production schedules.
• Maintain a safe work environment and follow all company safety policies and guidelines.

Essential Skills

• At least 2 years of production experience in a manufacturing or similar environment.
• Ability to work comfortably in GMP attire.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Comfort working near ovens, kettles, and other heated equipment.
• Experience with food production processes and equipment operation.
• Ability to perform batch mixing, blending, and weighing of ingredients accurately.
• Attention to detail in following recipes, procedures, and quality standards.
• Strong focus on food safety, sanitation, and adherence to GMP and HACCP guidelines.
• Ability to complete quality checks and record production data accurately.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 2 or more years of food mixing or batch mixing experience.
• Experience working with baking, dairy, or confectionery equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively in more than one language (bilingual).
• Familiarity with food manufacturing environments and related quality control processes.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a comprehensive healthcare package that includes medical coverage and likely dental and vision options, as well as a 401(k) retirement plan to support long-term financial security. The organization offers paid time off and other time-off benefits to promote work-life balance, along with disability coverage that provides additional peace of mind. The culture emphasizes safety, compliance, and teamwork within a clean food manufacturing environment.

Work Environment

This role is based in a clean food manufacturing environment that follows strict GMP, HACCP, and sanitation standards. You will work in close proximity to ovens, kettles, and other heated equipment, and regularly handle ingredients and finished food products. The position requires wearing appropriate GMP attire and personal protective equipment as part of daily operations. The environment is production-focused, with collaboration across production, quality, and maintenance teams to maintain efficient and safe operations.

This is a Permanent position based out of Niles, IL.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $23.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Niles,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 26, 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.