Food Packaging Machine Operator - Day Shift (Contract-to-Hire)

Aerotek; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

PTO

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Machine Operator in Lenexa, KS. The role involves operating high-speed packaging machines, ensuring accurate labeling, and maintaining safe, efficient machine setup and operation.

Responsibilities include starting lines, performing basic maintenance, adjusting settings, and documenting production data. The position is on-site in a food manufacturing environment with a daytime shift.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of machine operating experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience operating packaging machines, lines, and general production equipment.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to perform basic adjustments and minor repairs on production machinery.
• Computer literacy to read work orders, enter production data, and complete electronic or digital documentation.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Experience in general production, packaging, inspection, and labor in manufacturing.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions, quality standards, and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Set up and start packaging lines using checklists and observe operations to identify malfunctions.
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks to keep equipment running safely and efficiently.
• Adjust weight settings and roll stock and report malfunctions to leadership and maintenance personnel.
• Make adjustments or minor repairs to line machinery to maintain smooth production.
• Maintain logs and ensure packaging specifications and labeling are met.

Skills

Machine operation

Packaging machinery

Mechanical aptitude

Digital documentation

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Tools

Packaging equipment

Job description

Aerotek is seeking a Machine Operator in Lenexa, KS. The role involves operating high-speed packaging machines, ensuring accurate labeling, and maintaining safe, efficient machine setup and operation.

Responsibilities include starting lines, performing basic maintenance, adjusting settings, and documenting production data. The position is on-site in a food manufacturing environment with a daytime shift.