Operator

Job Title: Operator

Job Description

The Operator safely sets up, runs, and troubleshoots intake and vat machinery while maintaining high standards of product quality, cleanliness, and equipment performance. This role involves manual machine setup, continuous monitoring, and proactive problem solving to ensure smooth production operations.

Responsibilities

• Manually set up intake and vat machines using hand tools according to work orders and production requirements.
• Operate machinery and monitor screens continuously to ensure machines run correctly and efficiently.
• Perform machine changeovers as needed to support different products and production schedules.
• Test and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues that arise during operation, identifying root causes promptly.
• Collaborate with maintenance personnel by clearly demonstrating and explaining issues so effective solutions can be implemented.
• Independently resolve machine issues when possible without requiring maintenance intervention.
• Read, interpret, and use work orders on a daily basis to guide setup, operation, and changeovers.
• Perform daily cleaning and sanitizing of machines for product switchovers and at the end of each shift.
• Conduct quality checks on products throughout the production run to ensure they meet specifications.
• Follow all safety, sanitation, and operational procedures while maintaining a clean and organized work area.

Essential Skills

• At least 1 year of machine operation experience.
• Experience with light mechanical testing and troubleshooting on production equipment.
• Experience with light electrical testing and troubleshooting on production equipment.
• Ability to manually set up machines using hand tools.
• Proficiency in reading and using work orders to guide daily tasks.
• Ability to monitor machine screens and quickly identify abnormal conditions.
• Strong problem-solving skills for diagnosing and resolving mechanical and electrical issues.
• Ability to perform routine cleaning and sanitizing of machinery.
• Attention to detail when performing quality checks throughout production runs.
• Commitment to following safety and sanitation procedures in a production environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience operating intake and vat machinery or similar production equipment.
• Familiarity with machine changeovers in a manufacturing or processing environment.
• Comfort working closely with maintenance teams to address equipment issues.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative in resolving equipment problems.
• Strong communication skills to report issues and document work accurately.

Why Work Here?

You join a workplace that values long-term employment and aims to bring candidates on as direct employees. The organization offers excellent medical and vision benefits, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan to support your health, well-being, and financial future. You can build a stable career in a setting that rewards reliability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Work Environment

This role is based in a cooler production environment, with temperatures around 30 degrees in the winter and approximately 60 degrees in the summer. You work on and around production machinery and must follow strict sanitation and safety standards. The dress code includes wearing a hair net, lab coat, and beard net as needed to maintain product safety and cleanliness.

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

The pay range for this position is $21.94 - $23.78/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 Le Sueur,MN.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 24, 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.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.