Machine Operator

Job Description

Job Title: Machine Operator

Job Description

As a machine operator, you will play a crucial role in the production process by mixing and blending feed mixes using a computer program. You will manage the input of various ingredients, ensuring precise quantities for each mix, which could involve up to five or more different components. Your primary responsibility will involve processing soybeans, separating proteins, and ensuring they are prepared for shipping to be incorporated into animal food. This role may require manual handling of ingredients, including climbing 2-3 stories to fill hoppers.

Responsibilities

Mix and blend feed mixes through a computer program.

Operate machinery to process soybeans and separate proteins.

Manage semi-truck deliveries and ingredient processing.

Perform manual fills by climbing 2-3 stories to dump ingredients into hoppers.

Ensure all processes are completed efficiently and safely.Essential Skills

Experience in production and machine operation.

General labor skills including assembly and packaging.

Inspection and packing proficiency.Additional Skills & Qualifications

Prior mechanical experience on a farm is preferred.

Comfortable with physical and potentially dirty work.Why Work Here?

Join a dynamic and flexible work environment that values dedication and precision. You will have the opportunity to work across various shifts, enhancing your skills in a supportive setting. Embrace the challenge of a hands-on role in a pivotal industry.

Work Environment

You will work in a dusty, open-air facility with frequent activity from tanker and dump trucks. Flexibility in shift work is required, with training on the first shift from 7am to 3pm. The facility operates around the clock with multiple shifts: 11am-7pm, 3pm-11pm, 7pm-3am, and 11pm-7am.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Riceville, Iowa.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $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 Riceville,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 6, 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.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.