Production Operator – Day Shift (Food Manufacturing)

Job Overview

We are seeking a reliable and motivated Production Operator to run a high‑volume production line in our food manufacturing facility. In this role, you will be fully trained to operate the entire line—from dough mixing to tortilla packaging—playing a key part in meeting production, quality, and safety goals. This position includes a tier‑based structure (T1, T2, T3) with increasing responsibility and rewards.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a production line safely, efficiently, and consistently
• Run all stages of the line, including dough mixing, pressing, baking, cooling, and packaging
• Monitor and maintain production line performance
• Ensure products meet strict quality and food safety standards
• Follow instructions accurately and work independently while contributing to a team
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant work area

Essential Skills & Abilities

• Strong work ethic, dependability, and punctuality
• Ability to identify issues, troubleshoot problems, and plan solutions
• Experience in food manufacturing or similar production environments
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to operate and work around manufacturing equipment
• Good hand‑eye coordination and mechanical aptitude
• High attention to detail with the ability to work quickly and accurately
• Basic reading, writing, and math skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Commitment to maintaining excellent product quality
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills
• Previous experience in high‑volume production or food processing environments

Why You’ll Love Working Here

We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short‑term disability and life insurance
• Years‑of‑service bonuses
• A positive, supportive, and drug‑free workplace

Our company values long‑term employees and provides opportunities for growth within a stable and expanding organization.

Work Environment

• Premier SQF‑certified manufacturing facility located in Caldwell, Idaho
• Specializes in heat‑pressed, hand‑stretched flour and corn tortillas
• Produces approximately 5 million tortillas per day
• Employs over 300 full‑time team members
• Serves customers across the U.S. and internationally
• Uses high‑quality ingredients, proven formulations, and advanced manufacturing and freezing processes

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Caldwell, ID.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/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 Caldwell,ID.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 17, 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.