Machine Operator

We are seeking a dedicated Machine Operator to join our production team. In this role, you will inspect and prepare reels, boxes, and pallets for production operations, ensuring a clean and organized work environment. You will also perform sanitation on equipment and infrastructure, maintain accurate records, and adhere to safety and food safety policies.

• Inspect and prepare reels, boxes, and pallets for production operations.
• Perform sanitation on equipment, infrastructure, and production areas.
• Record and maintain accurate written and electronic information.
• Understand and follow safety, GMP, and food safety rules or policies.
• Inspect infrastructure and equipment, notifying management when maintenance is required.
• Move and transport products and materials as needed for various departments.
• Conduct positive interactions with other departments.
• Sort and place materials on racks, shelves, or in bins according to organizational standards.
• Open bales, crates, and other containers.
• Box, wrap, and pack products according to 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 products.
• Complete employee and vendor interactions with respect and integrity.
• Use ERP systems daily to move product/materials.
• Train other employees based on acquired knowledge.
• Support and follow company values.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• 6+ months experience as a Machine Operator.
• Proficiency in warehouse operations, packaging, loading, and unloading.
• Experience with forklift and machine operations.
• Knowledge of Cleanroom and manufacturing environments.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1-2 years of previous warehouse experience preferred.
• Experience with inventory, data entry, and computer skills.

Enjoy working in an extremely clean, climate-controlled environment. Join a growing business with opportunities for career advancement.

The facility is a food-grade company with strict GMP guidelines, located in Marion. Employees are provided with uniforms, including shoes, and must adhere to specific dress codes. The environment is very clean and air-conditioned, maintaining a comfortable temperature year-round. Work hours are structured in three shifts: 1st (6 AM - 2 PM), 2nd (2 PM - 10 PM), and 3rd (10 PM - 6 AM), Monday through Friday. Employees benefit from paid breaks, with additional breaks for extended hours.

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

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $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)

This is a fully onsite position in Marion,IA.

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 12, 2025.

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.