Temporary Embroidery Machine Operator Jobs in Ames, IA

As a General Production Worker, you will be responsible for operating a variety of proprietary machines to manufacture powder and paste additives for animals, humans, and agricultural products. You will follow production work order specifications and process job orders, ensuring the assembly of ingredients and fabrication of finished products. The role requires making adjustments to equipment and performing minor repairs as needed, as well as utilizing general mechanical and electrical knowledge to operate and maintain equipment.

• Operate proprietary machines to manufacture additives.
• Follow production work order specifications and process job orders.
• Assemble ingredients and fabricate finished products.
• Adjust equipment and perform minor repairs.
• Utilize mechanical and electrical knowledge for equipment operation and maintenance.
• Inspect and measure products to ensure quality and specifications are met.
• Assist in inspecting materials before use.
• Assist with inventory management of ingredients, packaging, and finished goods.
• Compute required ingredients and supplies for operations based on production schedules.
• Document time, ingredients, and processes accurately.

• General labor and assembly skills.
• Experience in forklift operation and general production.
• Ability to operate machinery and conduct product inspections.
• Proficient in packing, machine operation, and use of a microscope and tape measure.
• Mathematics skills, including basic algebra.
• Experience in manufacturing and warehouse environments.
• Attention to detail and capability to perform repetitive tasks.
• Ability to read and interpret documents and safety instructions in English.

• Valid driver's license.
• 6+ months of experience in a food production/manufacturing environment.
• 6+ months of experience with mechanical and/or electrical aptitude.
• Ability to troubleshoot electronics and perform basic repairs.

Join a small team with a great culture where employees are valued and celebrated, especially during holidays with potlucks. Enjoy a flexible work environment that accommodates schedule shifts and promotes work-life balance.

Work hours are Monday to Friday, 9am-6:30pm, with very little overtime. The team consists of 18 employees, fostering a tight-knit and independent work environment. The company avoids a corporate feel, with leadership actively participating in daily tasks. The dress code is casual, requiring jeans or yoga pants, work-appropriate shirts, and closed-toe shoes. As a food-grade facility, full PPE including smocks, hair nets, and beard nets is provided and must be worn daily. The environment is temperature-controlled, and employees must be comfortable with driving between the main site and a nearby warehouse. The role involves repetitive tasks, and self-starters who can work with minimal supervision are ideal candidates.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of URBANDALE, IA.

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $19.00/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 URBANDALE,IA.

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.