Machine Operator

Job Description

As a Machine Operator, you will be responsible for operating production and packaging equipment in accordance with standard operating procedures. You will work collaboratively with team members, maintenance, quality, and supervision to meet production goals and support continuous improvement initiatives and lean manufacturing efforts.

Responsibilities

• Operate production and packaging equipment according to SOPs.
• Collaborate with team members, maintenance, quality, and supervision to achieve production goals.
• Support continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Set up, monitor, and adjust machinery for consistent product quality and efficiency.
• Assist with changeovers, minor troubleshooting, and routine equipment cleaning.
• Identify and report equipment issues, product defects, or safety concerns.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Perform routine quality checks and document results accurately.
• Follow GMPs, HACCP, food safety, and sanitation requirements.
• Complete required production, downtime, safety, and sanitation documentation.
• Adhere to all safety policies, procedures, and PPE requirements.

Essential Skills

• Experience in machine operation and production.
• Mechanically inclined with a minimum of 6 months experience.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lb boxes/ingredients.
• Machine operating experience, preferably in food/chemical manufacturing.
• Troubleshooting mechanical machinery issues.
• Experience with changeovers and minimizing downtime.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Basic math, reading, and documentation skills.
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn production equipment.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Safety-focused mindset with strong accountability.
• Dependable, punctual, and adaptable to changing production needs.
• Ownership mindset to take on tasks and present concerns and updates to management.
• Food manufacturing experience preferred.

Why Work Here?

Join a growing company with opportunities for advancement to mixers, team leads, supervisors, and other departments. Enjoy the potential for overtime, a rotating 12-hour schedule with days off in the middle of the week, and great benefits upon permanent employment. Experience the possibility of an incentive trip to Italy to learn Italian processes. Employees are provided with steel-toed shoes and all necessary PPE.

Work Environment

The work environment includes both day and night shifts with an AWS Schedule of 2-2-3. You will work in a cGMP environment requiring lab coats, hair nets, shoe sanitizing, and regular hand washing procedures. No jewelry or facial piercings are allowed, and attire should include pants covering ankles and shirts with sleeves. The company provides steel-toed shoes. The culture emphasizes continuous improvement, with engineers onsite to upgrade and improve processes. The team size is 5-6 people per line, with up to 7 different lines on one shift, making it suitable for both independent and group-oriented individuals.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Affton, MO.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $21.50/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Affton,MO.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 21, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.