Entry Level Operator Jobs in Baton Rouge, LA (NOW HIRING)

Job Title: Entry-Level Production Operator

Job Description

This entry-level role focuses on safely operating drum and tote filling equipment in an industrial plant and warehouse environment. You will handle containers, support quality control processes, perform minor maintenance, and contribute to efficient daily operations while working closely with a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Operate drum and tote filling equipment in accordance with established procedures and safety guidelines.
• Select and roll the correct drums onto conveyors to meet specific filling requirements.
• Stencil and label containers according to customer specifications and regulatory requirements.
• Inspect empty containers to ensure they meet quality and safety standards before filling.
• Add dye to drums as required and support drum and tote shipping activities.
• Pull full drums from the line and place them in the proper storage or staging locations.
• Repackage drums as needed to meet customer, safety, or operational requirements.
• Pump drums to flush tanks and support related production processes.
• Maintain customer requirements for quality control by following established standards and documenting results.
• Perform daily inspections of pipelines and valves to identify and report any issues.
• Carry out minor maintenance activities on equipment as directed.
• Execute operating orders, work orders, and other associated documents accurately and on time.
• Communicate and work effectively with coworkers, contractors, and supervisors to accomplish work tasks.
• Identify issues, problem solve, and troubleshoot operational challenges as they arise.
• Properly use personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times in accordance with safety policies.
• Perform daily housekeeping to maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Assist with moving drums using appropriate equipment such as conveyors and forklifts.
• Support inventory activities by tracking, counting, and organizing materials and products.
• Perform other related duties as directed to support plant production, warehouse operations, and filling processes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC), or ability and willingness to obtain one.
• Interest in cross-training across multiple plant production, warehouse, and filling roles.
• Comfort working in an oil and gas terminal or industrial plant environment.
• Strong attention to detail when labeling, inspecting, and handling drums and totes.
• Willingness to perform minor maintenance tasks and learn basic equipment troubleshooting.
• Motivation to work overtime when available, including occasional Saturdays.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of GEISMAR, LA.

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00/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 GEISMAR,LA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 4, 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.