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Job Title: Machine Operator

Job Description

The Machine Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, monitoring, and maintaining production and packaging equipment used in the manufacturing of spices, seasonings, and food products. This role ensures products are produced safely, efficiently, and according to quality standards and food safety requirements

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor production and packaging machinery.
• Set up equipment and adjust machine settings as needed.
• Load raw materials and packaging supplies into machines.
• Inspect products for quality, accuracy, and compliance with specifications.
• Monitor production runs and troubleshoot minor equipment issues.
• Perform routine cleaning and sanitation of equipment and work areas.
• Complete production records and required documentation.
• Follow GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices), food safety, and workplace safety procedures.
• Report equipment malfunctions or quality concerns to supervisors.
• Assist with changeovers, maintenance activities, and continuous improvement efforts.

Essential Skills

• Previous food manufacturing experience strongly preferred, with familiarity in production line operations and packaging.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), safety procedures, and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements.
• Ability to work effectively on a production line with other team members in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communication and teamwork skills to coordinate with supervisors and coworkers.
• Ability to safely lift up to 55 pounds as part of regular job duties.
• Basic reading and math skills to follow instructions, complete counts, and record production data.
• Basic computer skills to use production-related systems; ability to learn new software as needed.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bilingual English/Spanish skills are a plus but not required.
• Experience with Redzone or similar production software is a plus but not required.
• Familiarity with food safety certifications such as Organic, Kosher, HACCP, and SQF is beneficial.
• Comfort working in a climate-controlled food production environment.
• Willingness to cross-train on different lines and in different departments to expand skills.

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

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $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 Kansas City,MO.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 31, 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.