• Mixer

    Aerotek (Hopkins, MN)


    Job Title: Mix Room Operator $20-25/hr

    Job Description

    In this role, you will be responsible for performing all duties related to the operations of the Mix Room. This includes following recipe blending instructions, maintaining accurate inventory, and operating equipment safely.

    Responsibilities

    + Follow recipe blending instructions to accurately issue materials by lot and physically mix/blend recipes/batches.

    + Maintain accurate inventory lots and storage conditions for ingredients.

    + Operate refractometer and record accurate brix, conduct organoleptic testing on every batch.

    + Use WMS to pick and stage batches by FIFO, notify management of any discrepancy.

    + Complete CIP circuits including chemical checks and hand washing, following all steps of SSOPs.

    + Operate all mix and blending equipment safely according to SOPs, including forklift operations.

    + Notify Mix Room Manager or Maintenance Staff of any mechanical issues.

    + Know and adhere to company food safety, food quality, GMP, and HACCP rules and requirements.

    + Unload tankers as needed following all safety procedures.

    + Adhere to Mix Room schedule and complete jobs in the time allotted.

    + Maintain communication with Mix Room Manager, maintenance, and QC to ensure production standards are met.

    + Complete required batch and SSOP documentation.

    + Operate yard tractor to place and remove tankers as needed.

    + Check inventory, print lot tags, complete physical counts, receive inventory, and create batches as needed in Deacom.

    Essential Skills

    + Production and machine operation experience, preferably in a GMP environment.

    + 6+ months of machine operation experience.

    + Ability to lift 50+ lbs on occasion and consistently bend, twist, and crouch.

    + Effective oral, written, and reading communication skills.

    + Ability to learn and operate systems including WMS, Red Zone, and DEACON.

    + Chemical blending, batching, and compounding knowledge in a food manufacturing setting.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + 1-2 years of manufacturing or warehouse experience preferred.

    + Food industry experience is a plus.

    + Ability to learn how to drive a forklift.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    Join a privately held company offering a 401K match and comprehensive insurance benefits, including health, dental, and eye coverage. Enjoy potential profit sharing in 2025 and opportunities for advancement in a growing company.

     

    Work Environment

     

    Work in a GMP-regulated, very clean, 135,000 square feet facility in Hopkins, temperature-controlled and well-maintained.

    Shifts are as follows:

    1st Shift: 5am - 1:30pm Monday-Friday;

     

    2nd Shift: 1pm - 9:30pm Monday-Friday;

     

    3rd Shift: 9pm - 5:30am Sunday-Thursday.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hopkins, MN.

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/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 Hopkins,MN.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Dec 2, 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.