Operator

Process Operator

Job Description

The Process Operator safely operates and adjusts production and processing equipment, follows established procedures and production schedules, and maintains accurate documentation to support consistent, high-quality manufacturing. This role performs sanitation activities, adheres to strict safety and food safety standards, and supports operations across departments as needed to meet business demands.

Responsibilities

• Operate processing equipment by following established process and CIP procedures, making adjustments manually or through a central processing computer as needed.
• Follow the production schedule to ensure timely and efficient completion of manufacturing activities.
• Perform sanitation on equipment, infrastructure, grounds, and other assigned areas to maintain a clean and safe facility.
• Record and maintain accurate written and electronic information for autolysis, separation, filtration, concentration, CIP processes, and any other required documentation.
• Use basic analysis, simple calculations, and computer controls to regulate process parameters, procedures, and equipment.
• Understand and follow all established safety, GMP, food safety, and plant rules, as well as general company policies.
• Read and understand material safety data for chemicals or ingredients used in the process.
• Follow all procedures and precautions when adding or working around chemicals or ingredients.
• Notify the Supervisor promptly of equipment failures and when major process problems or variations are detected.
• Communicate and interact with other employees and management personnel in a respectful and effective manner.
• Learn and become proficient with all equipment in the process area.
• Cover shifts as scheduled to support continuous operations.
• Train and work in other departments in the facility as needed, including cleaning and filling in for various absences throughout the facility.
• Perform work as assigned based on operational needs across different areas of the plant.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support overall plant operations.

Essential Skills

• At least 1 year of manufacturing experience.
• Ability to become forklift certified and operate a forklift safely as required.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and basic written communications.
• Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10s and 100s.
• Ability to perform simple mathematical analysis using units of money, weight, volume, and distance.
• Ability to follow established process and CIP procedures accurately.
• Ability to follow and adhere to safety, GMP, and food safety rules and policies.
• Capability to record accurate written and electronic information related to processing activities.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with packaging, packing, and general labor in a production environment.
• Background in production or processing operations.
• Familiarity with GMP practices in a manufacturing or food processing facility.
• Comfort working with and around chemicals and processing ingredients while following proper procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with coworkers and management.
• Flexibility to learn new equipment and processes and to work in multiple departments as needed.

Why Work Here?

You will join an organization that is passionate about innovation and sustainability and encourages employees to make a meaningful impact with their experience and knowledge. You will have access to a competitive 401(k) plan, affordable benefits that begin on your first day of employment, and 12 paid holidays. The company supports continuous growth, offering opportunities to develop within your role and to advance across different business units.

Work Environment

This role operates primarily on a night shift with a rotating schedule, typically from 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. The work takes place in a hot production environment that requires consistent adherence to safety, GMP, and food safety standards. You will work around processing equipment, chemicals, and ingredients, and you will use computers and controls to monitor and adjust processes. The position may require working in different areas of the facility, including production, packaging, and sanitation, depending on operational needs.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cedar Rapids, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00/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 Cedar Rapids,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 4, 2026.

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.

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