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Operator Jobs in Grimes, IA

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West Des Moines, IA9 days ago

$17–$20 Per Hour

The purpose for an Manufacturing Tech is to train/learn the basic understandings of either Assembly or Machine Operations, Operates production equipment. Mechanical Manufacturing Technician / Assembly / Machine Operations is an Entry-Level Manufacturing Tech Trainee position.

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Des Moines, IA4 days ago

$200–$325 Per Year

CDL-A Owner Operator Drivers - Earn $105 - $180k+ / YearApply today and within 24 hours you'll receive multiple job offers. Owner Operator Job Offers Salary: $200,000-$325,000+ Apply now to receive your job offers!

Des Moines, IA10 days ago

Hunt Highway Services and gain access to one of the largest freight bases in the country, providing you with the compensation you want and the miles you need to grow your business. Hunt can take advantage of a variety of cost-saving programs to help maximize profits.

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Des Moines, IAToday

$2–$3 Per Hour

Because we believe in doing things the right way, we’ve operated our own full-service repair shop from day one to keep our team safe and our premium trucks in top condition. By joining our team, you gain the backing of a smart, multi-lingual dispatch crew that understands the road and a maintenance team dedicated to your safety.

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Des Moines, IA4 days ago

$5,000–$7,000 Per Week

Work with a dedicated driver support specialist, earn $2,000 referral bonuses, and qualify for clean inspection and driver-of-the-month incentives.*. Top owner operators net up to $3,000 per week, with average gross earnings ranging from $5,000-$7,000 per week, depending on freight and lanes.*.

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Des Moines, IAToday

$1,500–$1,800 Per Week

Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Route Type: otr, regional Start Date: ASAP . For over 50 years, Terminal Transport’s mission has been to hire individuals that have a passion for their jobs and to provide the best customer service and care.

Nevada, IA18 days ago

$21–$32 Per Hour

Taurus Biogas is growing — and we’re looking for motivated Plant Operators to help run our innovative waste-to-energy facilities that produce renewable natural gas (RNG). You will: Operate and monitor digesters, feedstock systems, pumps, blowers, compressors, RNG upgraders, and pipeline injection systems.

West Des Moines, IA9 days ago

$17,000–$20,000 Per Year

The Calibration Trainee will learn to Set-up and Operate production equipment and Calibrate it to ensure flow, spray angle, and quality of spray meets product specifications and tolerance levels. Mechanical Manufacturing Assembly Technician is expected to have the basic level ability to prepare and assemble components to develop final or sub-assemblies with direct supervision by a certified Calibration Tech (level II or above).

Des Moines, IA17 days ago

Our global product innovation and sustainability expertise enables us to solve packaging challenges around the world every day, producing a range of flexible packaging, rigid packaging, cartons and closures that are more sustainable, functional and appealing for our customers and their consumers. + Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses/goggles, hearing protection, steel-toe shoes/boots, face shield, gloves, and face mask.

Des Moines, IA21 days ago

ResponsibilitiesPrimarily responsible for set-up, run, cleaning and general maintenance of various machines. Set up machines according to applicable drawings within the define setup times.

Des Moines, IA30+ days ago

Experience using measuring devices including rulers, comparators, calipers, and gauges to collect and record data. Must have passed Physical Profile Capacity and physical, specifically geared for the position, as determined necessary by the company’s Occupational Health partner.

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Boone, IA1 day ago

Responsibilities include monitoring and operating treatment processes such as aeration, lime softening, filtration, and disinfection, adjusting chemical feeds, collecting samples, troubleshooting equipment, and maintaining logs. The role requires strong attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work shifts, including weekends and on-call rotations.

Urbandale, IA10 days ago

$12–$12

IHOP Dish Machine Operators (DMO) will be responsible for cleaning and maintaining dishware/utensils for the continued smooth operation of the restaurant. IHOP DMOs are also required to perform duties necessary for restaurant operations as assigned by acting supervisor, following governmental and company policies.

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Ames, IA1 day ago

The position involves performing routine change-overs, operating CNC equipment, and making adjustments based on control plans. Candidates must have prior CNC machining experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to follow instructions and perform basic math.

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Norwalk, Iowa6 days ago

Set up and clean, if necessary, all equipment including, oven depositors, pumps, contherms, box machines, packaging machine, and any other equipment prior to the scheduled start time to ensure on time start-ups. Business Unit Description: Michael Foods, Inc. is a leader in the food processing and distribution industry with business in egg products, refrigerated grocery and potato products.

Des Moines, IA30+ days ago

The Print Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining printing equipment to produce high-quality printed materials according to production specifications and deadlines. This role ensures print jobs are completed accurately, efficiently, and safely, meeting all company and client requirements.

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WINTERSET, IA5 days ago

Here at Grip-Tite we realize that our greatest assets are our employees, and we are committed to developing and promoting our talented and dedicated team members to support our future leadership needs. This position is active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching all day with the ability to be mobile throughout required work areas.

Ankeny, IA27 days ago

Operate industrial lift trucks & order pickers to push, pull, lift, stack or move product, equipment, and materials. Click the Apply button or visit our website: www.advanceservices.com.

Norwalk, Iowa12 days ago

Position duties include running of computerized process systems, hooking up silos, performing CIP’s of silos and equipment, blending and sanitation tasks in a manner that results in the optimum production of quality products while maintaining a safe, sterile and efficient operation. Business Unit Description: Michael Foods, Inc. is a leader in the food processing and distribution industry with business in egg products, refrigerated grocery and potato products.

Des Moines, IA10 days ago

$30.67–$46.54 Per Hour

Lead Operators may also be cross-trained to perform Operator responsibilities, including: + Monitor all product movements into and out of the Terminal/Station including: + Mainline operations of pumping units, transferring product to storage vessels; + Making valve lineups, operating refined product pumps; + Managing product changes, operating above ground storage tanks, performing product sampling, running samples for analysis on in house lab equipment; + Measurement of location physical stock, meters, and additive variances. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible.

Polk City, IA25 days ago

As a Press Brake Operator at Ihle Fabrications, you will be responsible for setting up and operating our state-of-the-art Press Brake machines to bend, cut, and form metal sheets according to blueprints and specifications. Our state-of-the-art facility is equipped with the latest technology and equipment, allowing us to meet the unique needs of our customers and deliver superior quality products in a timely manner.

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Ankeny, IA1 day ago

$19–$21 Per Hour

Key duties include operating forklifts to unload, transfer, store, and load raw materials and finished goods, and using hand scanners to manage inventory and orders. Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED (preferred), forklift experience, and ability to learn hand scanner technology.

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Norwalk, Iowa6 days ago

Des Moines, IA25 days ago

$29.85–$45.16 Per Hour

Monitor all product movements in to and out of the terminal and/or station via main line, loading racks, or unloading skids, including: mainline operations, transferring product to storage vessels; making valve lineups, operating refined product pumps; performing product sampling, running samples for analysis on in house lab equipment; measurement of location physical stock, meters, and additive variances. Through our approximately 60,000-mile pipeline network, we transport the natural gas, natural gas liquids (NGLs), refined products and crude oil that help meet domestic and international energy demand, contribute to energy security and provide safe, reliable and responsible energy solutions needed today and into the future.

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Des Moines, IA1 day ago

Responsibilities include monitoring equipment, recording data, performing tasks such as weighing, packing, labeling, and sanitation, and operating forklifts and loadout equipment. This entry-level Production Operator role involves operating and maintaining equipment, processing products, and ensuring safety and cleanliness in a fast-paced environment.

Des Moines, IA28 days ago

Company provided protective clothing required: Uniforms, hardhats, earplugs, safety glasses, hair restraints, steel-toed shoes, gloves, and safety harness may be required based on task performed; employees are required to wear all required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) (i.e., hard-hats, safety glasses, earplugs, uniforms, and steel-toed boots) in addition to job specific PPE requirements. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career.

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Des Moines, IA4 days ago

The materials produced by Hallett Materials are used in the construction of new highways, bridges and buildings as well as landscaping and maintenance projects. Able to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to manipulate objects or controls, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk and hear.

Des Moines, Iowa24 days ago

$22–$22

Prior press operator experiences preferred but will train; minimum of (3) years as a lead or assistant supervisor operating similar equipment. This role is accountable for production planning and scheduling including coordination of staffing, materials and priorities.

Des Moines, IA18 days ago

Operate heavy equipment including dozers, loaders, backhoes, excavators, cranes, and concrete mixers on construction sites. Familiarity with different types of heavy machinery including Caterpillar equipment, farm machinery, and tankers is advantageous.

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Des Moines, Iowa6 days ago

$14,000–$16,000

Join a carrier that values experienced teams and rewards your hard work with consistent freight, high weekly gross, and full support — without the overhead. A family-owned, Illinois-based transportation and logistics company is looking for safety-conscious, experienced truck drivers and owner-operators.

Des Moines, Iowa28 days ago

$6,000–$12,000

General Logistics Carrier is seeking reliable Owner-operator truck drivers to join our team! We requarement a minimum dimentions of your vehicle (cargo space):Length - 100 inches.

Des Moines, Iowa20 days ago

$9,000–$11,000 Per Week

We are currently expanding our fleet and looking for CDL Class A drivers interested in Rental (Owner-Operator) or Company Driver positions. Late model trucks (2025–2026): Peterbilt, Kenworth, Volvo 860 & 760, Freightliner Cascadia.

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Ankeny, IA1 day ago

$18–$22 Per Hour

This Material Handler / Forklift Operator role supports warehouse operations for a construction and electrical supply distributor. It involves forklift operation and material handling, ensuring accurate receipt, staging, and preparation of products for delivery.

Des Moines, Iowa12 days ago

Des Moines, IA12 days ago

Tools to help you succeed: Doing business with Schneider means being provided a Samsung tablet you can use inside and outside your cab and having free trailer usage. Access to company facilities: Take full advantage of Schneider???s facilities, which provide free parking, free laundry, meal options, exercise equipment and more.

Des Moines, IA7 days ago

Company provided protective clothing required: Uniforms, hardhats, earplugs, safety glasses, hair restraints, steel-toed shoes, gloves, and safety harness may be required based on task performed; employees are required to wear all required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) (i.e., hard-hats, safety glasses, earplugs, uniforms, and steel-toed boots) in addition to job specific PPE requirements. The Operator role is responsible for bagging all finished product and/or completing the cut-in operations; ensuring the correct ingredients are added to the correct mixing system at the correct time, per SOP’s for the Des Moines, IA premix facility.

Ames, IA30+ days ago

$7,000–$15,000 Per Year

If you have strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills, enjoy working in a fast-paced small business environment, and are willing to work extended hours during the Fourth of July season, this could be a great opportunity for you. Wild Willy’s Fireworks is seeking motivated and energetic individuals or a group to operate our seasonal fireworks locations.

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Des Moines, Iowa6 days ago

$5,500–$8,000 Per Week

NON CDL Box Truck Owner-Operator (OTR) – $5,500 - $8,000 Weekly. We are seeking committed contractors to run one of the OTR routes available.

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Des Moines, IA1 day ago

Responsibilities include determining bore paths, locating utilities, safely operating equipment, verifying utilities through potholing, developing bore schedules, and managing site setup, cleanup, and maintenance in all weather conditions. Seeking a Telecom Drill Bores Operator in Des Moines, IA to operate drilling equipment for underground telecommunications infrastructure.

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Operator Jobs in Grimes, IA

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Converting Machine Operator | Th-Sat - 7am to 7pm | $18.00 per hour | Climate Controlled Facility Katecho

Water Plant Operator US Water Services Corporation

Dish Machine Operator IHOP

CNC Machine Operator Express Employment Professionals Defunct

Machine Operator - 1st Shift Michael Foods Inc.

Print Operator | M-W | $17.00 per hour | Climate Controlled Facility Katecho

Laser Operator (First Shift) GRIP-TITE MANUFACTURING CO,LLC

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Vat Room Operator - 1st Shift (5:30AM-3:30PM- 10-Hour Shifts) Michael Foods Inc.

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