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Job Title: Machine OperatorJob DescriptionWe are seeking a dedicated Machine Operator to join our team. You will be responsible for inspecting and preparing reels, boxes, and pallets for production operations. You will perform sanitation on equipment, infrastructure, production areas, and other assigned locations. Your role includes recording and maintaining accurate written and electronic information, understanding and following safety, GMP, food safety, and other rules or policies. You will inspect infrastructure and equipment, notifying management when maintenance is required, and move or transport products and materials by hand, cart, or lift as needed across various departments. Positive interactions with other departments are essential, alongside sorting and placing materials or items according to organizational standards.Responsibilities
- Inspect and prepare reels, boxes, pallets for production operations.
- Perform sanitation on equipment, infrastructure, production area, and other assigned areas.
- Record and maintain accurate written and electronic information.
- Understand and follow safety, GMP, food safety, and other rules or policies.
- Inspect infrastructure and equipment and notify management when maintenance is required.
- Move/Transport product and materials by hand, cart, or lift as needed for various departments.
- Conduct positive interactions with other departments.
- Sort and place materials or items on racks, shelves, or in bins according to organizational standards.
- Open bales, crates, and other containers.
- Box, wrap, and pack product in accordance with procedures and standards.
- Record all damaged items received.
- Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
- Organize warehouse and work area for orderliness at all times.
- Stack finished goods on pallets and use machines to wrap finished pallets.
- Perform required inspections of finished product.
- Complete employee and vendor/supplier interactions with respect and integrity.
- Daily usage of ERP system to move product/materials.
- Train other employees based on acquired knowledge.
- Support and follow company values.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Essential Skills
- 6+ months experience as a Machine Operator.
- Previous inventory, data entry, and computer skills.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 1-2 years previous warehouse experience preferred.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience in warehouse, packaging, production, machine operation, forklift operation.
- Familiarity with cleanroom environments.
- Knowledge in manufacturing, general labor, machine operating, general production.
Why Work Here?Our company offers an extremely clean and climate-controlled environment, ensuring comfort and safety for our employees. We are a growing business with ample opportunities for professional growth and advancement.Work EnvironmentOur company manufactures the plastic zipper found inside food bags, adhering to strict GMP guidelines. The facility is located in Marion and offers a very clean and climate-controlled environment, with air conditioning during the summer months. However, it may still reach temperatures of up to 78 degrees. Employees are provided uniforms, including shoes, and must wear hair nets and beard nets if needed. Jewelry and cell phones are not permitted. Work hours are Monday to Friday, with shifts from 6 AM to 2 PM, 2 PM to 10 PM, and 10 PM to 6 AM. Employees will have a paid break, with an additional paid break for shifts extending beyond 10 hours. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Marion, IA. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $18.00 - $19.00/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 to Hire position based out of Marion, IA. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Oct 23, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Marion,IA.
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.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
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.
Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.