Job Title: Plant Operations Assistant

Job Description

The Plant Operations Assistant, under the direction of the Production Supervisor, is responsible for operating manufacturing and packaging equipment, including equipment setup, checking for product quality, and meeting production schedules.

Responsibilities

• Operate conveyor, shrink-wrap, and bagging equipment.

• Hang and seal bags of product.

• Fill and seal shaker bottles of product.

• Bag product with the correct blend to the required weight level.

• Place product on pallets according to specifications.

• Assist with maintaining equipment, including cleaning out production equipment and lines.

• Maintain a clean and safe work area.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Basic math skills.

• Demonstrated ability to operate various types of machinery and equipment.

• Mechanical and technical skills with exceptional problem-solving abilities.

• Effective communication skills with co-workers and supervisors.

• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Manufacturing experience is preferred, but experience in other industries such as restaurant or construction is acceptable.

Why Work Here?

We offer a dynamic and supportive work environment where your contributions are valued. Join our team and enjoy opportunities for growth and development, a strong sense of community, and a commitment to safety and quality.

Work Environment

This position is in a manufacturing environment with exposure to heat, cold, humidity, and dust. The employee is required to stand, sit, bend, kneel, squat, stack, lift, and walk for long periods. The employee must lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of El Dorado, Kansas.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $29120.00 - $33280.00/yr.

Health & Dental Insurance: Companies often provide medical and dental insurance options, including PPO and high deductible plans. Coverage can include single, employee + children, employee + spouse, and family options1.

Retirement Benefits: Many companies offer 401(k) plans with employer matching contributions. For example, some companies match 25-50% of employee contributions up to 5% of eligible earnings2. Employees may also receive free financial advice services2.

Paid Time Off (PTO): This includes vacation days, personal time off, and paid holidays. Vacation days often increase with years of service13.

Disability Insurance: Short-term and long-term disability benefits are commonly provided, with some companies covering the cost for employees14.

Life Insurance: Basic life insurance policies are often provided, with additional coverage available at group rates1.

Employee Assistance Programs (EAP): These programs offer support for personal and work-related issues, including counseling services2.

Employee Discounts: Companies may partner with various organizations to offer discounts on products and services, such as movies, car rentals, and restaurants5.

Tuition Reimbursement: Some companies offer reimbursement for college credit courses and vocational education courses related to the employee's vocation1.

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): These accounts allow employees to pay for medical, dental, and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars4.

Additional Perks: Other benefits can include gym membership discounts, anniversary meetings, company picnics, cookouts, and holiday parties4

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in El Dorado,KS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 25, 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.