Machine Operator

We are looking for a dedicated Blending Operator to join our team, responsible for blending ingredients, cleaning in place (CIP) of line circuits and blend tanks, connecting tanks and piping, and sanitation. You will follow established procedures and run setpoints to achieve quality control approved products. This role involves performing line circuit and tank piping connections in the blend room, ensuring proper recirculation, product discharge, and tank transfers.

• Blend products according to recipes and process description manuals.
• Perform line circuit and tank piping connections in the blend room.
• Ensure recirculation via liquifier and manage product discharge and transfers.
• Stage raw materials and follow batch sheet instructions.
• Record weights, manufacturing lot numbers, and quality control checks.
• Follow sanitation and cleaning in place (CIP) procedures.

• Experience in food manufacturing environment (6-12 months).
• Proficiency in mixing, batching, and using a blender.
• Understanding of food production and product quality standards.
• Ability to troubleshoot and provide production support.
• Competence in inventory management.
• Ability to work with computers.

• Experience with fermentation processes is a plus.
• Familiarity with pasteurization and evaporation systems.

Employees are part of a global leader in taste and nutrition ingredients for the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries. The work contributes to products consumed worldwide, focusing on creating healthier, tastier, and more sustainable food solutions. Employees have a clear, real-world impact beyond the plant floor. Eligible contract-to-hire employees can receive a sign-on bonus, along with vouchers for steel-toed boots. The Rochester, MN facility provides hands-on exposure to advanced food-grade manufacturing standards.

The work environment is a very nice manufacturing setting with a team/family feel. Independent work is required. It can be humid and damp at times. All personal protective equipment (PPE) is supplied by the company. The position follows a 12-hour rotating schedule, with day and night shifts available. Employees receive three 15-minute paid breaks and one 30-minute unpaid lunch break. Night shift includes a $2/hour differential.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rochester, MN.

The pay range for this position is $22.25 - $22.25/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 Rochester,MN.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 28, 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.