Machine Operator

Job Description

Job Title: Machine Operator

Pay: $24.75/hour

Shift: 6:00PM-6:30AM, rotating 2-2-3 schedule

Job Summary

The machine operator is responsible for safely operating and monitoring blending equipment to produce food grade products according to established formulas and production schedules. This role plays a critical part in ensuring product quality, safety, and consistency in a fast paced manufacturing environment.

Job Duties

Operate industrial blending and mixing equipment in accordance with recipes, batch sheets, and standard operating procedures.

Accurately measure, weigh, and add ingredients to blends following strict quality and food safety standards.

Monitor blending processes, including temperature, timing, and ingredient integration, and make adjustments as required.

Perform pre operation checks, changeovers, and basic troubleshooting of blending equipment.

Document batch information, ingredient usage, and production data accurately and in real time.

Inspect raw materials and finished blends for quality, consistency, and specification compliance.

Follow all food safety, sanitation, OSHA, and GMP requirements at all times.

Complete cleaning, sanitation, and allergen control procedures between batches and at shift end.

Communicate effectively with supervisors, quality, and upstream or downstream production teams.

Maintain a clean, organized, and safety focused work area throughout the shift.

Qualifications

Experience in food manufacturing, blending, batching, or industrial mixing preferred.

Ability to read and follow batch sheets, formulas, and written work instructions.

Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and food safety.

Comfortable working overnight shifts in a production environment.

Ability to lift bags, ingredients, and materials and perform physical tasks throughout the shift.

Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn equipment operation and troubleshooting.

Work Environment

Production floor setting with exposure to food ingredients, machinery noise, and varying temperatures.

Overnight shift schedule with standing, lifting, and maneuvering heavy materials.

PPE required, including hairnets, gloves, and other safety or food grade equipment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Elma, NY.Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.10 - $23.10/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 Elma,NY.Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 24, 2026.

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.Company Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.