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Job Title: Cleanroom Technician - 1st Shift or 2nd Shift

**Job Description:** We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented assistant to support our high-tech seed handling and packaging team. The ideal candidate will assist with multiple equipment operations and ensure the smooth flow of processes within the warehouse.

Responsibilities

+ Safely operate high-tech warehouse equipment such as automated packaging and retrieval systems and conveyor systems.

+ Assist in receiving, unpacking, and organizing seed products, ensuring accurate inventory tracking, and reporting discrepancies.

+ Prepare and pack orders for shipment, ensuring items are securely packed and accurately labeled.

+ Carry out seed treatments, including chemical treatments, drying, and seed conditioning.

+ Work closely with other team members to ensure smooth operations and timely order fulfillment.

Skills

+ Proficiency with computer applications such as Microsoft Office.

+ Familiarity with automated warehouse systems and robotics.

+ Strong organizational and multitasking skills.

+ Ability to lift and move up to 60 lbs as required.

+ Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

+ Flexibility to work extended days and weekends at critical times of the season.

+ Ability to perform repetitive tasks while maintaining a high level of accuracy.

Why Work Here?

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience in a temperature-controlled environment with a company that prioritizes ergonomics. The work environment is clean, comfortable, and supportive, offering adjustable workstations and a welcoming break room. This role provides a great starting point for those looking to grow within the industry.

Work Environment

The facility spans 250,000 square feet and is a new building with a temperature-controlled, clean setting, enhanced by significant automation. Ergonomics are prioritized with adjustable tables and cushion mats. The break room is inviting and lockers are provided for personal belongings. The dress code is casual, allowing for tennis shoes, jeans, leggings, sweatpants, crew neck sweatshirts (preferably without strings), t-shirts, and long sleeves. Safety glasses and lab coats are provided in certain areas. The team consists of around 100 people, working independently with the option to listen to music with one headphone. Overtime is mandatory during the busiest season from January to the end of April, with shifts transitioning from day to night in December.

Job Type & Location

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

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 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.