Production Machine Operator | 1st & 2nd Shift MN

Job Description

Hiring!! Production Machine Operator | 1st & 2nd Shift | Monday - Thursday | $22 to $24/hr | MN

Location
- Minneapolis, Minnesota

Schedule:

1st shift - Monday to Thursday, 6:00 am - 4:30pm $21.15 x1

2nd shift Monday to Thursday, 4:20pm - 2:50am $23.40 x1

Fridays are sometimes mandatory overtime.

Job Description

The Production Machine Operator efficiently operates, monitors, and maintains one or two pieces of production equipment in a Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) environment. This role supports high-quality food or pharmaceutical manufacturing by running equipment such as cartoners, labelers, wrappers, pouching and stick machines, and related accessories, while assisting with end-of-line packaging activities.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain one or two pieces of production equipment, including cartoners, labelers, wrappers, pouching machines, stick machines, and related accessories.
• Assist with end-of-line packaging, including filling shippers, stacking shippers, and transporting full pallets from the production area.
• Ensure all machine operations and work practices comply with GMP requirements and company standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Observe product and machine operation throughout the production run to identify defects, irregularities, or equipment malfunctions and elevate as needed.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized machine work area, including removal of waste materials in accordance with 5S standards.
• Follow good documentation practices and read, interpret, and understand batch records and related production documentation.
• Assist with equipment setup and teardown, including loading correct formulas and materials for each production run.
• Check and verify weight limits to ensure products meet specified standards.
• Document production output and downtime accurately and in a timely manner.
• Accurately complete batch records, logbooks, and other required production forms.
• Label and palletize finished or pressed product according to established procedures.
• Use basic hand tools and mechanical skills to support equipment operation and minor adjustments as required.
• Collaborate with team members and support continuous improvement in safety, quality, and productivity.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.15 - $23.40/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 Minneapolis, MN.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 14, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions.

To learn more, visit:  | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest