Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Operator

Job Description

The Operator will proficiently operate, monitor, and maintain the daily functions of production equipment, which may include Cartoners, Labelers, Wrappers, Pouching, Stick Machines, and accessories. The role also involves assisting with end-of-line packaging, filling shippers, stacking shippers, and handling full pallets. It is essential to ensure all machine operations and work comply with GMPs and company SOPs, observe product and machine operation to detect defects or malfunctions, and maintain a clean and organized work area.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor production equipment efficiently.
• Assist with end-of-line packaging and pallet handling.
• Ensure compliance with GMPs and company SOPs.
• Detect and address defects or machine malfunctions.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the work area.
• Follow good documentation practices and understand batch records.
• Set up, tear down, and load correct formulas.
• Check weight limits and document output and downtime.
• Complete batch records and log books accurately.
• Label and palletize pressed products.

Essential Skills

• Proficient in machine operating and machine operation.
• Mechanically inclined with strong math skills.
• Experience in food manufacturing and general production.
• Familiarity with hand tools and packaging machines.
• Knowledge of GMP standards.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 1 year of machine operation experience in a GMP environment or mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Physically capable of standing and walking throughout the shift.
• Able to lift 40 lbs or move up to 50 lbs as needed.

Why Work Here?

The company offers a vibrant culture with birthday celebrations, quarterly goal celebrations, a company-wide summer event, holiday parties, and anniversary rewards. Employees enjoy comprehensive medical insurance with two plan options, company-paid NICE healthcare benefits, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, wellness events, and a flu shot clinic. There is a 401k plan with company matching, company-paid life, accident, and disability insurance, 80 hours of paid company holidays annually, and paid time off.

Work Environment

The work schedule is a weekend shift from Friday to Sunday, 6:00 am to 6:30 pm. Overtime may be required on Fridays. The environment involves working in a cleanroom with gown and hairnet requirements, and hearing protection is provided due to noisy machines. Jewelry and cell phones are not allowed on the production floor, and there is a noticeable fruit smell due to the handling of fruit-flavored powders.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Minneapolis, MN.

The pay range for this position is $21.15 - $24.66/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 Minneapolis,MN.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 25, 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.