Pilot Plant Operator Location: Thompson's Station, TNSchedule: Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM - 4:30 PMPosition OverviewThe Pilot Plant Operator supports production operations within a pet food manufacturing and R&D facility. This role assists with ingredient handling, mixing and blending, sanitation, inventory support, and sample collection in a clean-room environment.Key Responsibilities
- Assist operators with mixing, blending, and production of dog and cat food products.
- Weigh, measure, and stage raw ingredients for production batches.
- Perform cleaning and sanitation of equipment, production areas, and processing components.
- Prepare cleaning solutions and support GMP and food safety compliance.
- Collect and transport product samples for laboratory testing.
- Receive and document incoming materials using computer systems.
- Support warehouse activities, inventory organization, and pallet movement.
- Complete production records and quality documentation accurately.
- Learn forklift operation and assist with material handling as needed.
Qualifications
- Previous manufacturing, production, warehouse, or sanitation experience preferred.
- Comfortable working around food ingredients and operating in a fast-paced environment.
- Basic computer skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand for extended periods.
- Willingness to learn production, quality, and warehouse functions.
Experience Level: Entry LevelGreat opportunity for candidates looking to gain experience in manufacturing, food production, quality control, or laboratory operations. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Thompson's Station, TN. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.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) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Thompson's Station, TN. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 24, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Thompson's Station,TN.About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.
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