Job Title: Machine Operator- Spanish Speakers Welcome Job DescriptionThis role focuses on operating and monitoring food production machinery in a fast-paced tortilla manufacturing environment. You will work in the operator area, handling mixing equipment and the initial stages of the tortilla production line, while following strict food safety and cleanliness standards. The position requires consistent heavy lifting, attention to detail, accurate data entry into the ERP system, and the ability to work comfortably in a hot environment with gluten present in the air.Responsibilities
- Operate production and mixing machines safely and efficiently in a high-speed food manufacturing environment.
- Turn on equipment at the start of the shift and verify that all machines are running properly, promptly notifying support or maintenance if issues arise.
- Properly and safely replace mesh and Teflon belts on production equipment as needed.
- Adjust machine settings to ensure products meet required size, weight, and quality specifications.
- Verify and confirm recipes, seasonings, weights, sizes, and accuview settings for each changeover and product run in accordance with ERP system requirements.
- Weigh ingredients accurately, pour them into large mixing bowls, and document all materials added to each batch.
- Push and maneuver large mixing bowls filled with product throughout the production area.
- Use the ERP/HMI system to enter production data and adjust oven temperatures and mesh belt speeds as required.
- Clearly and accurately complete all production paperwork and maintain up-to-date records in the ERP system.
- Accurately record production waste using correct system settings and troubleshoot discrepancies when data does not appear correct.
- Work closely with the maintenance team to identify and resolve equipment issues in a timely manner.
- Keep the work area clean, organized, and compliant with food safety and sanitation standards.
- Actively participate in food safety and food defense activities, following all relevant policies and procedures.
- Assist the sanitation department with equipment cleaning and ensure all parts are correctly reassembled after cleaning.
- Consistently lift and move formula, ingredients, and product weighing between 3055 pounds throughout the shift.
- Work on your feet for approximately 8 hours per day while maintaining productivity and quality standards.
- Follow all gowning, personal protective equipment, and hygiene requirements to prevent product contamination.
- Communicate effectively with leads and team members to coordinate break times and maintain continuous production flow.
Essential Skills
- 12 years of experience operating production machinery, including equipment set-ups, start-ups, and adjustments to meet product specifications.
- Previous experience in food production, with bakery experience preferred.
- Proven ability to operate food production machines; mixing experience is preferred but not mandatory.
- Comfortable working with computers, including entering data into an ERP system and using HMI screens.
- Basic English or Spanish language skills, both written and verbal, to understand instructions and complete documentation.
- Ability to lift between 3055 pounds consistently throughout the shift.
- Comfort working in a hot environment that can reach temperatures up to 100 degrees.
- Comfort working in a very fast-paced production environment.
- Ability to stand and work on your feet for up to 8 hours a day.
- Comfort working in an environment where gluten and flour particles are present in the air.
- Reliability and commitment to regular attendance and long-term career growth in production or manufacturing roles.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience in general labor, general production, or machine operating roles.
- Experience in food manufacturing, blending, or mixing operations.
- Strong attention to detail when weighing ingredients, documenting batches, and recording waste.
- Ability to troubleshoot basic production or data issues and escalate problems appropriately.
- Willingness to follow strict food safety, hygiene, and contamination prevention guidelines.
- Comfort using ERP systems such as Plex or similar production management software.
- Interest in learning and advancing within a growing production environment.
Why Work Here?The company offers a supportive, family-oriented culture where many employees have multiple family members working together, creating a close-knit and collaborative atmosphere. Team members enjoy competitive pay for the industry and the opportunity to grow with a rapidly expanding operation that is adding more production capacity. Employees can take home free tortillas, benefit from a planned remodel to create a larger and more comfortable break area, and may be eligible for performance-based raises when hired on directly. The environment encourages long-term career development and values dedication, reliability, and teamwork.Work EnvironmentThis role is based in a food production facility that manufactures tortillas for major brands. The environment can become very hot, reaching temperatures up to 100 degrees, especially near ovens, and requires comfort working in these conditions. You will frequently handle dough and formulas, and there are gluten and flour particles in the air, which is important for anyone with sensitivities to consider. The position involves standing and working on your feet for approximately 8 hours per day and consistently lifting 3055 pounds. You will work with mixing machines, ovens, mesh and Teflon belts, and computer-based ERP/HMI systems to control production settings and record data. The facility enforces strict food safety and hygiene rules: you must wear a full gown, hair net, and, if applicable, a beard net, all provided by the company. Hearing protection such as earplugs or earmuffs is also provided and required due to equipment noise. To prevent contamination, you cannot wear jewelry, makeup, nail polish, fake eyelashes, or any items that could fall off into the product. The production floor dress code allows shorts, provided all safety and hygiene requirements are met. Employees receive two 30-minute breaks per day, one paid and one unpaid, which are coordinated with area leads to align with production needs. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Eagan, MN. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $20.50 - $20.50/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 to Hire position based out of Eagan, MN. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 18, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Eagan,MN.
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.
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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.
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