Converting Operator D1

Job Title:
Converting Operator
Job Description

Join a dynamic team dedicated to manufacturing high-quality defibrillator pads used by leading medical companies. As a Converting Operator, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our production line within a cleanroom facility.

• Set up, run, clean, and perform general maintenance on various machines following work orders, job processes, and drawings.
• Ensure machines are set up according to applicable drawings within defined setup times.
• Inspect the quality of materials and work in process, focusing on quality standards such as registration, debris, and print quality.
• Troubleshoot and resolve machine-related issues including tension, pressure, and settings.
• Process and handle associated paperwork accurately as required for completed work.
• Complete tasks in a timely manner according to departmental schedules.
• Operate multiple machines fluently with minimal supervision.
• Lead by example in attitude, work quality, work ethic, dependability, and company loyalty within the hydrogel area.
• Collaborate with other departments as needed.
• Maintain and improve 5S within the work area.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

• Mechanical aptitude.
• Experience using measuring devices including rulers, comparators, calipers, and gauges to collect and record data.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English.
• Capability to read and understand assembly drawings and build products accordingly.
• Ability to push or pull 25 lbs to 80 lbs.

• Hand tool operation.
• Machine operation.
• Troubleshooting skills.
• Mechanical assembly and assembly line experience.
• Familiarity with cleanroom and documentation processes.

Our family-owned company values a friendly and inclusive culture, with owners actively engaging with employees. We offer a 3-day workweek to promote work-life balance, along with paid breaks and lunch. Opportunities for advancement and pay increases are available, and we prefer promoting from within. Enjoy a temperature-controlled environment and work in small teams.

Work in a temperature-controlled, cleanroom facility where medical devices are assembled. Lockers are available for personal items, though candidates must bring their own padlock. The large break room requires employees to bring their own lunch. Dress code includes closed-toed tennis shoes, shorts or jeans, and long sleeve or t-shirt under a lab jacket/smock. Hair net and beard net are required ft D1 runs Monday to Wednesday from 7 am to 7 pm.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Des Moines, IA.

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $17.00/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 besubject 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)

This is a fully onsite position in Des Moines, IA.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 20, 2026.

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.