• Machine Operator

    Aerotek (Sun Prairie, WI)


    Job Title: Machine Operator

    Job Description

    This position is primarily responsible for the safe and efficient operation of process and packaging equipment from start-up to shut-down, ensuring the production of safe and high-quality food for human consumption. The role may also involve the mixing and cooking of candy recipes.

    Responsibilities

    + Change programs and parameters in chocolate tempering machines, depositors, enrobers, and various machines related to processing and packaging food.

    + Assemble pipes, pumps, and kettle parts for cooking and mixing candy recipes, using common hand tools.

    + Follow recipes to weigh ingredients, mix and cook using equipment, and measure temperature, viscosity, and brix.

    + Operate machines, including both older manual machines and newer computer-controlled machines.

    + Perform set-ups and changeovers based on daily production requirements.

    + Utilize Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for tasks related to cooking and operating equipment.

    Essential Skills

    + 2+ years of machine operating experience.

    + Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

    + Ability to lift 50+ pounds.

    + Food production and packaging experience.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Proficiency in fractions and understanding of ingredient lists.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    Enjoy stability within the food industry and a direct hire opportunity with full benefits. Work a four-day week from Monday to Thursday and receive a raise after six months. Take advantage of a climate-controlled environment maintained at 69-70 degrees year-round, with a shift premium for second shift work.

     

    Work Environment

     

    Work in a GMP-regulated food manufacturing facility specializing in chocolate-covered products. The temperature in the factory ranges from 67 to 85 degrees. The first shift operates from 6am to 4:30pm.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Permanent position based out of Sun Prairie, Wisconsin.

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $37440.00 - $43680.00/yr.

     

    -Direct Hire

     

    -$18-$22 an hour

     

    -Full Benfits (Ask for a copy)

    -4 day work week M-Th

    -Raise after 6 months ($1.00-$2.00) dollars

     

    -Shift Premium: 2nd shift: $2.00 dollars/hr

     

    -Stability within Food Industry

     

    -Climate controlled at 69-70 degrees year round due to chocolate

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Sun Prairie,WI.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on May 23, 2025.

    About Aerotek:

    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 meets 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 solving for 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.

     

    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.