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Job Title: Manufacturing Production Associate

Position Overview

We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Manufacturing Production Associate to join our production team. This role primarily involves operating a forklift intermittently throughout the day, moving bags of colorant and other materials within the facility, and supporting machine operations. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment and be comfortable working in a physically demanding and powder-heavy setting.

Key Responsibilities

+ Operate a forklift to transport product throughout the facility (on and off throughout the day)

+ Move bags of product to mixers and adjust machinery as needed

+ Lift and load 50 lb bags of product into machines

+ Perform manual tasks such as digging out product and transferring it into boxes

+ Adjust straps on colorant bags and ensure proper machine setup

+ Maintain cleanliness and safety standards in a dusty, powder-filled environment

Required Skills & Qualifications

+ 6+ months of experience in a manufacturing or warehouse setting

+ Machine operating experience preferred

+ Ability to lift up to 50 lbs consistently throughout the shift

+ Forklift experience is a plus but not required (training available)

Work Environment & PPE

+ Warehouse/manufacturing facility with exposure to powder and dust

+ PPE provided: steel toe boots, hard hats, safety goggles, ear plugs, masks, and uniforms

+ Must be comfortable working in a "dirty" environment and standing for extended periods

Shift Details

+ 1st shift opportunity

+ Standard hours: 8–9 hours/day

+ Peak season (March–June): 10–12 hours/day

+ Flexibility required based on order volume; shifts may start as early as 5:00 AM

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Ames, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00/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 Ames,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 14, 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.