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Job Title: Production Operator

Job Description

Join our team as a Production Operator where you will play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient operation of our production line, maintaining quality standards, and promoting safety protocols.

Responsibilities

+ Clean, set-up, operate, and monitor equipment of the production line.

+ Perform cleanings during set-down times and product changeovers.

+ Load, unload, and move items as assigned.

+ Sort, bundle, and fill containers or place items in assembled units.

+ Mark or place identifying labels on product loads, ensuring proper coding of finished products.

+ Record the movement of stock in and out of work areas.

+ Troubleshoot and resolve basic to moderate operating difficulties.

+ Monitor materials, products, and equipment at each step of the process and report irregularities to the supervisor.

+ Maintain communication with other departments, management, and employees, notifying them of any problems that may restrict efficiency.

+ Ensure all paperwork is filled out clearly, legibly, and accurately.

+ Utilize continuous improvement mindset to assist in identifying opportunities for process improvement.

+ Follow Good Manufacturing Practices.

+ Adhere to all required work safe practices, including wearing PPE in designated areas and following safety protocols.

+ Report any food safety and quality-related issues to management immediately.

+ Perform other duties as assigned or required.

Essential Skills

+ Experience in production, assembly, and machine operation.

+ General production knowledge and mechanical aptitude.

+ Ability to troubleshoot and resolve operating difficulties.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience with continuous improvement processes and good manufacturing practices.

Why Work Here?

Be part of a workplace that values diversity and equal opportunity, fostering an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive. We offer opportunities for personal and professional growth within a company committed to safety and quality.

Work Environment

The work environment involves frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts and forklifts, with occasional exposure to wet, humid, or cold conditions. The noise level may be loud, and the role requires the ability to stand, walk, sit, and occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Battle Creek, Michigan.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $47840.00 - $54080.00/yr.

health, medical, vision, dental 401K

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Battle Creek,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 10, 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.