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Immediate Hiring For Machine Operator

Job Description

We are in search of a **dedicated and mechanically inclined Machine Operator** to join our growing team. In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for overseeing the entire production line - from operating bottle machines to packaging finished products. You'll play a key role in ensuring quality, efficiency, and teamwork on the floor.

Responsibilities

+ Operate computer-controlled bottle molding machines and monitor production output.

+ Stack finished products and pull samples for quality inspection.

+ Record production data and document any issues or downtime during your shift.

+ Ensure products are produced and packaged in the correct quantity and according to specifications.

Why Work Here?

We offer room for growth, as all three production managers started as operators. Employees receive pay raises when transitioning to direct positions and undergo evaluations at 3, 6, 9, and 12-month intervals. We host holiday parties and quarterly outings where contractors are also invited to participate and win prizes.

Work Environment

This is a fully on-site position in Iowa City, Iowa. Our company specializes in manufacturing bottles and caps for various products. Adherence to GMP guidelines is required. The dress code includes steel-toed boots, long pants, jeans or khakis, and a t-shirt. We provide ear plugs, hair nets, and other necessary items. The shifts are 12-hour switch shifts, with a pattern of 2 on 2 off, 3 on 3 off. Shift times are A/C and B/D: 6:00pm-6:30am. A 30-day probationary period includes training from 6 AM to 6 PM following the same shift pattern.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $23.00/hr.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $23.00/hr.

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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Iowa City,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 1, 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.