Job Title: 2nd and 3rd shift Machine Operators

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled machine operator to join our production team. The ideal candidate will be flexible and willing to work in various areas of production or distribution, operating equipment for at least half of their working hours. You will be responsible for ensuring quality finished products by making necessary equipment adjustments and performing major production line changeovers independently.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment on production lines at least 50% of working hours.
• Make equipment adjustments to ensure quality finished products.
• Perform major production line changeovers independently.
• Handle powerful rare earth magnets.
• Conduct special packaging projects as scheduled.
• Maintain equipment according to SOPs and preventative maintenance schedules, and train others effectively.
• Collaborate with production planning to determine efficient production schedules.
• Case and palletize finished products for inventory.
• Operate material handling, packaging, and processing equipment.
• Sample product for quality control checks.
• Inspect materials and supplies for defects; report issues to supervisor.
• Complete necessary documentation, including worksheets and computerized tracking systems.
• Verify product and supplies accuracy.
• Disassemble, clean, and reassemble machinery.
• Use assembly, packaging, and measuring tools.
• Work with other departments to resolve problems.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance to monitor Statistical Process Controls and address quality issues.
• Assure food safety and quality by monitoring critical control points and reporting non-conformances.
• Communicate continual improvement suggestions proactively.
• Follow safety, sanitation, production, quality, and food safety procedures.
• Strive to reduce waste and recycle products when possible.
• Work safely at all times, follow safety rules and policies, and participate in scheduled training.
• Report injuries and near misses promptly and propose corrective actions.

Essential Skills

• General labor experience in production, warehouse, or manufacturing.
• Machine operation experience (1+ year).
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to stand for 8+ hours and perform repetitive motions.
• Ability to lift 50lbs+ frequently.
• Computer systems operation.
• Sanitation and cleaning skills.
• Food production knowledge.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High School Diploma (HSD) or GED.
• Ability to read and comprehend moderately detailed instructions, operating procedures, and safety rules.
• Effective communication skills in one-on-one and small group settings.
• Capability to train others in general manufacturing.
• Ability to operate or learn to operate various types of machinery.
• Capability to compute rate, ratio, and percent, and interpret bar graphs.

Why Work Here?

Join a diverse team with great benefits, including a flexible spending account, PTO program, paid holidays, and opportunities for transfer across multiple locations. Experience a supportive culture that values work-life balance and growth.

Work Environment

Work in a production environment within a food-grade facility, requiring adherence to PPE protocols such as hand washing, wearing gowns, face nets, and beard nets. The environment may expose employees to moving mechanical parts, high places, and strong fumes from spices. The noise level can be loud, and occasional exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals may occur. Employees generally work alone or with one other person.

Job Type & Location

This is a direct placement based out of Norway, Iowa.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $25.00/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 Norway,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 17, 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.