Job Title: Operator

Job Description

As an operator, you will follow established processes and CIP procedures, make necessary adjustments on the processes or processing equipment, either manually or through a central processing computer. You will follow the production schedule, perform sanitation on equipment and assigned areas, record and maintain accurate written and electronic information for various processes, and ensure adherence to safety, GMP, and food safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Follow established process and CIP procedures.

• Adjust processes or processing equipment manually or through a central processing computer.

• Adhere to the production schedule.

• Perform sanitation on equipment, infrastructure, grounds, and other assigned areas.

• Record and maintain accurate information for autolysis, separation, filtration, concentration, and CIP’s.

• Understand and follow safety, GMP, food safety, and other plant rules.

• Read and understand material safety data for chemicals or ingredients used in the process.

• Follow procedures/precautions when working with chemicals or ingredients.

• Notify the supervisor of equipment failures and major process problems.

• Communicate and interact respectfully and effectively with other employees and management personnel.

• Learn all equipment in the process and cover shifts as scheduled.

• Train and work in other departments as needed, including cleaning and filling in for absences.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• 1+ years of manufacturing experience.

• Ability to be forklift certified.

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and correspondence.

• Perform basic arithmetic operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

• Perform simple mathematical analysis using units of money, weight, volume, and distance.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Packaging experience.

• Production experience.

• Knowledge of GMP and packing procedures.

• General labor experience.

Why Work Here?

The opportunity to represent a passionate organization focused on innovation and sustainability. A competitive 401K plan, affordable benefits starting on day 1 of employment, and 12 paid holidays. The ability to utilize your experience and knowledge to make a real impact. Opportunities for continuous growth within your role and across business units.

Work Environment

Night shift, rotating shift from 6pm to 6am. The work environment is hot.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00/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 Cedar Rapids,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 28, 2025.

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.