3rd Shift Mixer Operator

Job Title

Mixer Operator – 3rd Shift $22-25/hr

Job Summary

As a Mixer Operator, you will be responsible for accurately mixing and blending food products in accordance with production specifications and food safety standards. This role includes hands-on operation of blending and screening equipment across multiple processing rooms, detailed documentation, and strict adherence to quality, safety, and cGMP requirements. This is a physically active, detail‑driven role on an overnight shift in a regulated food production environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately assemble ingredients per blending sheets and record all data on production paperwork
• Properly set up, calibrate, and operate industrial scales (powering on, calibration with weights, taring)
• Read, verify, and document product codes, lot numbers, and paperwork
• Operate production equipment including:
  • Belts
  • Swecos
  • Comils
  • Metal detectors
• Select and install appropriate screens for Swecos and Comils
• Perform CCP checks per SOPs, document findings, and correct non‑compliance issues
• Complete quality checks to confirm product meets established sight standards
• Stack boxes neatly and safely for palletizing
• Maintain a strong food safety culture, including food defense, quality standards, and cGMP compliance
• Obtain and maintain stand‑up forklift certification

Required Qualifications

• 6 months to 1 year of food production experience (mixing, blending, or compounding preferred)
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs consistently throughout the shift
• Ability to read and follow detailed recipe lists with precise measurements
• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy
• Willingness to work in an overnight (3rd shift) production environment

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Prior experience in food production or manufacturing
• Knowledge of:
  • Packaging, packing, bagging, palletizing
  • Food handling and sealing processes
  • Sanitization and cleaning procedures
• Familiarity with quality and food safety standards

Work Environment

• Clean, well‑maintained, and spacious production facility
• Exposure to:
  • Noise
  • Heat and temperature fluctuations
  • Humidity
  • Airborne dust particles

Why Work Here?

• Family‑oriented culture where employees are treated with respect
• Annual profit sharing and prize drawings
• Annual “Fun Day” with catered or grilled food, games, and plant shutdown
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Scholarship program
  • Tuition reimbursement

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chaska, MN.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $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)

This is a fully onsite position in Chaska,MN.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 23, 2026.

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.