Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

Job Description

As a Machine Operator on the 2nd shift, you will be responsible for producing food colors according to approved formulations and procedures while meeting production goals. You will operate various equipment including seed extractors, cookers, filtering presses, pumps, mixing equipment, evaporators, and forklifts. You will also maintain housekeeping and sanitation standards in the production and warehouse areas and be involved in shipping and receiving tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment including seed extractors, cookers, filtering presses, pumps, mixing equipment, evaporators, and forklifts.
• Maintain housekeeping and sanitation of the production and warehouse areas.
• Perform shipping and receiving tasks, including loading and unloading of trucks.
• Conduct in-process lab tests using scales, spectrometers, glassware, and pH meters.
• Handle chemicals such as caustics and acids safely.
• Prepare product samples and complete appropriate documentation.
• Complete E1 transactions accurately.
• Collaborate with team members and leadership, while operating mainly independently.

Essential Skills

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Why Work Here?

This position offers direct placement and the opportunity to work in a flexible and climate-controlled environment. Enjoy the benefits of working for a company that values collaboration and independence.

Work Environment

The 2nd shift hours are 2pm - 10 : 30pm Monday through Thursday, and 12pm - 8 : 30pm on Friday. The work environment is climate-controlled and follows GMP standards, requiring hair nets, beard nets, smocks, steel toes, and safety glasses.

Pay and Benefits

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

Health, dental, vision insurance

401k match

PTO

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Mequon,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 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.

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.