Processor

Job Title: Processor
Job Description

The Processor plays a key role in a high-volume food manufacturing environment by loading raw materials, operating processing equipment, and mixing finished products to precise formulas. This role ensures that products meet strict quality and safety standards while supporting continuous production on a fast-paced processing line.

Responsibilities

• Physically load raw materials such as spices, sugars, seasonings, and other ingredients into processing machines according to established formulas and production needs.
• Operate processing machinery using local control panels to manage additions of metered and manually weighed ingredients and to transfer batches through each stage of production.
• Monitor machine run times and settings to ensure products are processed for the correct duration and according to specifications.
• Keep accurate paper and electronic logs of all materials fed into machines, including quantities and batch information.
• Perform routine quality checks on products as they exit the machines and enter containers, verifying that they meet quality and safety standards.
• Prepare and mix finished products in alignment with established formulas, adjusting as needed based on production requirements.
• Set up processing decks and equipment for the daily production schedule, ensuring all tools, materials, and machinery are ready for use.
• Maintain the highest standards of product quality and consistency by following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and food safety procedures.
• Work closely with production team members to coordinate material flow, resolve minor equipment issues, and maintain steady production.
• Lift and move materials and product containers weighing up to 50 pounds as part of daily tasks.
• Follow all safety, sanitation, and HACCP guidelines while working around processing equipment and in wet or damp areas.
• Communicate any equipment malfunctions, quality concerns, or material shortages promptly to appropriate personnel.

Essential Skills

• Experience in food processing or food manufacturing is preferred but not required.
• Ability to operate processing or production machinery in a manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of and adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Familiarity with HACCP principles and food safety practices.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and standard operating procedures in English.
• Basic math skills to verify quantities of ingredients and record accurate production data.
• Capability to perform quality control checks on products during processing.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work on your feet in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfort working around continuously running machinery and following required safety protocols, including hearing protection.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience as a machine operator or processing machine operator in a manufacturing or food production setting.
• Background in quality control within a production or processing environment.
• Experience keeping detailed paper and electronic production logs.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced, high-volume production setting.
• Strong attention to detail to follow formulas, monitor equipment, and maintain accurate records.

Why Work Here?

Employees have access to a comprehensive benefits package that begins on day one of full-time employment, including multiple medical and dental plan options and vision coverage. The organization supports long-term financial well-being through a 401(k) plan with company match up to 4% and profit sharing. Additional resources such as prescription coverage, a telehealth service, an Employee Assistance Program, and voluntary benefits like accident insurance, critical illness coverage, and legal support provide meaningful support beyond the workplace. Company-paid basic life insurance at two times annual salary is provided, with the option to elect supplemental life insurance. Short-term and long-term disability benefits are offered without requiring employees to pay premiums. Pay is issued on a bi-weekly schedule, with elected benefits conveniently deducted from each paycheck. Career growth is a core focus, with preferred day-shift positions posted internally first and many lead and office roles filled from within. Employees have opportunities to move beyond frontline roles, as demonstrated by team members who have advanced from entry-level positions into supervisory and operations leadership roles. The company also values recognition and community, offering events such as picnics and food truck days, along with an employee-of-the-month program to highlight high performers.

Work Environment

This role is based in a busy food processing facility where you work closely with a team in a fast-paced production environment. You will work around continuously operating machines and processing lines, with a steady Background hum that requires the use of hearing protection in the processing bay. The area can be wet at times due to sanitation and CIP (clean-in-place) activities, including routine spray-down of equipment, so you must be comfortable working in damp conditions around industrial food-processing machinery. Standard manufacturing safety practices, including the use of personal protective equipment, apply throughout the facility.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chambersburg, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.81 - $22.81/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 Chambersburg,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 24, 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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