• Dryer Operator

    Aerotek (Indianapolis, IN)


    Job Title: Dryer Operator

    Job Description

    Join our Food Drying Department as a Dryer Operator, where you will play a key role in the drying and packaging of bulk Food Grade Ferrous Sulfate, adhering to Work Instructions and SOPs. You will be responsible for meeting daily production needs, maintaining safety standards, and ensuring proper housekeeping in production areas.

    Responsibilities

    + Dry and package bulk Food Grade Ferrous Sulfate according to Work Instructions and SOPs.

    + Meet daily production level needs as determined by management.

    + Follow safety requirements and maintain production areas with proper housekeeping.

    + Maintain proper stock rotation of FG approved Moist Ferrous Sulfate.

    + Move material with a skid steer.

    + Complete Work Orders and Production Records.

    + Sample product for QC testing.

    + Complete shift change cleaning requirements.

    + Move, mix, dry, and store material through a four-step process using forklifts and dryer machines.

    Essential Skills

    + Experience in production and machine operation.

    + Proficiency in operating sit-down forklifts.

    + Ability to consistently lift 55 pounds.

    + Experience in food production, dryer operation, and food manufacturing.

    + Knowledge of GMP and cGMP standards.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Experience working in the Food and Beverage industry.

    + Experience with machine troubleshooting.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    Enjoy comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision insurance. Take advantage of a Simplified Employee Pension opportunity after three years of service. Accrue PTO throughout the year, with usage available after one year. Benefit from provided uniforms, steel toe reimbursement, and enjoy employee appreciation events such as lunches and raffles.

     

    Work Environment

     

    The work environment is a manufacturing setting where you will encounter dust on the floors and a scent reminiscent of pennies. Employees can wear an N95 mask or scarf for comfort, although the material is not hazardous to health. The role involves working in a dirty environment with the smell of iron salt.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Indianapolis, Indiana.

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $24.00/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 Indianapolis,IN.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 17, 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.