Manufacturing Technician

Mixing Machine Operator (Direct Hire)

2nd Shift | Up to $30/hr | Pharma Manufacturing

Looking to grow your career in a clean, high-tech pharmaceutical environment? Join a team where your work directly supports safe, high-quality medical productionwith strong pay, stability, and long-term growth.

What You'll Do

• Set up, operate, and break down commercial-scale production equipment
• Work across mixing, coating, slitting, converting, and packaging processes
• Monitor production to ensure quality, accuracy, and compliance
• Perform roll changes, inspections, and equipment cleaning
• Accurately complete batch records and documentation (GDP standards)
• Follow cGMPs, SOPs, and safety guidelines at all times
• Maintain a cleanroom-ready, organized workspace

What You'll Learn

You'll gain hands-on experience with advanced manufacturing concepts like:

• Mixing & coating (viscosity, coat weight, emulsions, solids)
• Converting processes (web handling, tension, splicing, gear ratios)
• High-precision systems (vision systems, pick-and-place technology)

What We're Looking For

• 6+ months of experience in a GMP / regulated production environment
• Experience with mixing, coating, blending, or chemical handling
• Experience in pharma, medical device, or food manufacturing preferred
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and document accurately
• Strong attention to detail and quality mindset

Nice to Have

• Technical or Associate degree
• Experience with chemical compounding or batching
• Blueprint reading or advanced mechanical aptitude

Why You'll Love This Role

• Direct Hire start as a permanent employee
• Annual raises tied to performance
• Competitive 401(k) with strong company match
• Full benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, FSA
• PTO + paid holidays that grow with tenure
• Tuition reimbursement (up to $5,250/year) invest in your future

Work Environment

• Cleanroom, high-quality production setting
• Team-focused, safety-driven culture
• Opportunity to build a long-term career in pharma manufacturing

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $32.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Saint Paul, MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 1, 2026.

About Aerotek

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 meets 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 solving for 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.

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.