Machine Operator

Job Title: Machine Operator

We are seeking a reliable Machine Operator to join our food manufacturing team. In this role, you will operate, monitor, and maintain production and packaging equipment to ensure products are made safely, efficiently, and according to quality standards. This is a great opportunity for individuals with manufacturing experience and strong mechanical aptitude.

Job Responsibilities:

• Operate production and packaging machines according to company procedures.
• Set up equipment, perform changeovers, and make machine adjustments.
• Monitor machine performance and troubleshoot minor mechanical issues.
• Conduct quality checks and accurately document production results.
• Follow GMP, HACCP, food safety, and sanitation standards.
• Clean equipment and maintain a safe, organized work area.
• Complete production, quality, and safety documentation.
• Handle raw materials and ingredients, lifting up to 50 lbs as needed.
• Operate pallet jacks and material handling equipment safely.
• Work with production, maintenance, and quality teams to meet goals.
• Support continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives.

Required Skills:

• Minimum 6 months of manufacturing or production experience.
• Machine operating experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with equipment setup, changeovers, and troubleshooting.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Basic math, reading, and documentation skills.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Dependable, adaptable, and safety-focused.
• Team-oriented with the ability to work independently.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Food manufacturing, chemical, or pharmaceutical production experience.
• Knowledge of GMP, cGMP, HACCP, and food safety requirements.
• Experience with blending, mixing, or batch processing.
• Familiarity with pallet jacks and material handling equipment.
• Quality inspection and metal detector experience.
• Exposure to lean manufacturing and continuous improvement programs.

Work Environment:

• Food manufacturing facility following strict cGMP and food safety standards.
• PPE required, including steel-toed shoes, hair nets, and lab coats.
• Fast-paced, safety-focused production environment.
• Team-based setting with 5-6 employees per production line.

Schedule:

• Night Shift: 6:30 PM – 6:50 AM
• AWS 2-2-3 Rotating Schedule:
  • Work 2 days
  • Off 2 days
  • Work 3 days
  • Alternate the following week

Benefits:

• Competitive pay and overtime opportunities.
• Career growth into Lead, Mixer, Supervisor, and other roles.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Retirement benefits.
• Paid holidays and holiday pay.
• Monthly vending allowance.
• Employee recognition and development opportunities.
• Supportive team culture focused on growth and continuous improvement.

Job Type & Location

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

The pay range for this position is $21.50 - $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 Aug 28, 2026.

About Aerotek

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.