Production Machine Operator

Job Title: Production Operator – Day Shift Job Description

The Production Operator – Day Shift is responsible for safely and efficiently running a full production line, from dough mixing through tortilla packaging, while ensuring high-quality output and strong overall line performance. This role plays a key part in operational success and directly impacts key company metrics. Operators are fully trained on all stages of the process and work within a tiered classification structure (T1, T2, and T3) that reflects their responsibility level and rewards.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor the production line from dough mixing through tortilla packaging to ensure consistent, high-quality output.

• Run manufacturing equipment safely and efficiently, following all established operating procedures.

• Maintain a strong focus on product quality, ensuring tortillas meet all standards and specifications.

• Identify and analyze production problems, propose solutions, and support corrective actions to minimize downtime.

• Follow directions accurately and work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment.

• Work quickly and methodically to meet production targets without compromising quality or safety.

• Use good hand–eye coordination to perform production tasks that require precision and consistency.

• Communicate clearly with team members and leadership to support a positive and productive work environment.

• Apply basic reading, writing, and math skills to understand instructions, complete documentation, and perform simple calculations.

• Demonstrate a strong work ethic, reliability, and organizational skills to support continuous production operations.

Essential Skills

• Strong work ethic, reliability, and organizational skills.

• Ability to identify and analyze problems and plan effective solutions.

• Experience in food manufacturing or food production environments.

• Ability to work confidently with manufacturing equipment.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to support a positive work environment.

• Good hand–eye coordination for precise and repetitive production tasks.

• High attention to detail and ability to work quickly and methodically.

• Ability to follow directions well and work independently within a team environment.

• Focus on maintaining excellent product quality.

• Basic reading, writing, and math skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Comfort working in a structured, high-volume food production setting.

• Willingness to learn and operate multiple stages of the production process, from dough mixing to packaging.

• Ability to adapt to a tiered operator structure (T1, T2, T3) with increasing responsibility.

• Commitment to safe work practices in a manufacturing environment.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a competitive package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, short-term disability, life insurance, years-of-service bonuses, and additional perks. The organization promotes long-term career opportunities in a stable, growing operation and values reliability, teamwork, and continuous improvement, creating a supportive environment where employees can develop their skills and advance over time.

Work Environment

This role is based in a world-class, SQF-certified food manufacturing facility in Caldwell, Idaho, specializing in heat-pressed, hand-stretched flour and corn tortillas. The environment is fast-paced and high-volume, producing approximately 5 million tortillas per day and supporting operations with over 300 full-time employees. Team members work with modern manufacturing equipment and established processes and freezing techniques that have been refined over more than 45 years. The facility emphasizes food safety, quality, and consistent production standards, offering a structured, professional setting for day-shift production work.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Caldwell, ID.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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 Caldwell,ID.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 5, 2026.

About Aerotek

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.