Job Title: Production Operator

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Production Operator to be responsible for manufacturing quality production according to work orders or build signals. The role includes general duties such as picking, packing, and operating a machine that produces a chemical powder. The operator will also be involved in machine setup and equipment operation, preparing machines to start production cycles, performing calibration, monitoring, and properly adjusting machine settings, and maintaining records and activity logs.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture quality production according to work orders or build signals

• Perform general duties including picking, packing, kitting, and assembling

• Set up machines and equipment for production

• Prepare machines to start production cycles by performing calibration

• Monitor and properly adjust machine settings

• Maintain accurate records and activity logs

Essential Skills

• Six months of production experience in a manufacturing environment

• Six months of mechanical experience or equivalent

• Ability to frequently lift, carry, push, or pull 20 lbs and occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 lbs

• Proven mechanical ability or aptitude

• High attention to detail

• Good manual dexterity and coordination

• Basic reading, writing, and math skills

• Ability to resolve minor problems and recognize normal and unusual situations

• Good oral and written communication skills

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Possess the ability to learn instrument or circuit board assembly, machine operations (including setup and changeover), and/or kitting

• Some areas may require the ability to work with manual and/or power equipment

• Working knowledge of manufacturing processes is helpful

Why Work Here?

This role offers opportunities for advancement. Many of our contractors have started at entry-level positions and advanced to management roles. Additionally, there is an onsite cafeteria, and Pizza Ranch brings food once a week.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, and workspace restrictions. The noise level in the work environment is occasionally loud. Employees are required to wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) which includes eye protection, hearing protection, steel toe shoes, and gloves. Contact lenses are not allowed in production areas. PPE such as eye, hearing, and gloves are provided. Work typically occurs individually. The schedule is Monday to Friday, 6:00 am to 2:30 pm.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ames, Iowa.

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.