• Machine Operator - 2nd Shift-Immediate Hiring!!

    Aerotek (Port Washington, WI)


    Job Title: Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

    Job Description

    Join our team as a Machine Operator, where you will be responsible for producing food colors according to approved formulations and procedures while meeting production goals within the production area. You will operate various equipment such as the seed extractor, cookers, filtering press, pumps, mixing equipment, evaporator, and forklift. Maintain high standards of housekeeping and sanitation in the production and warehouse areas, and participate in shipping and receiving activities including loading and unloading trucks. Additionally, you will conduct in-process lab tests and work with chemicals like caustics and acids. This role requires completing all necessary documentation and E1 transactions, preparing product samples, and working independently while collaborating with team members and leadership.

    Responsibilities

    + Produce food colors according to approved formulations and procedures.

    + Operate equipment including seed extractor, cookers, filtering press, various pumps, mixing equipment, evaporator, and forklift.

    + Ensure housekeeping and sanitation of production and warehouse areas.

    + Handle shipping and receiving, including loading and unloading trucks.

    + Complete in-process lab tests using scales, spectrometer, glassware, and pH meters.

    + Work with chemicals, including caustics and acids.

    + Complete necessary documentation and E1 transactions.

    + Prepare product samples.

    + Work independently while cooperating with co-associates and leadership.

    Essential Skills

    + 2+ years machine operating experience at the same company.

    + 2+ years general production work at the same company.

    + Forklift certification.

    + Ability to work independently with minor supervision.

    + Experience in a GMP environment.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Ability to work in a production environment with chemicals and hot materials.

    + Able to climb stairs and ladders, and maintain coordination and balance.

    + Capability to handle up to 60 lbs. of materials and/or product continuously.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    Experience direct placement and enjoy the benefits of flexible working hours in a climate-controlled environment.

     

    Work Environment

     

    2nd shift hours are 2pm - 10:30pm from Monday to Thursday, and 12pm - 8:30pm on Friday. Work in a climate-controlled environment with flexible hours. Adhere to GMP standards including the use of hair nets, beard nets, smocks, steel toes, and safety glasses.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Permanent position based out of Port Washington, WI.

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

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

     

    401K match

     

    health, dental, vision insurance

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Port Washington,WI.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 28, 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.