Production Operator

ManpowerGroup; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contract-to-hire

Safety-focused environment

Skill development

Onsite schedule consistency

Job summary

ManpowerGroup in Ames, IA is seeking a Production Operator to operate production equipment, handle raw materials, and ensure quality and safety compliance. The role includes documenting batches and performing minor maintenance to keep operations running smoothly.

The position offers on-site work with a consistent schedule and potential for contract-to-hire based on performance, with a focus on safety and teamwork in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Able to perform physical labor, including lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Reliable transportation and punctual attendance.
• Must pass OSHA, safety clearance tests and related screenings.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment per safety, quality, and operational standards.
• Handle raw materials, transport, weigh, and add to mixers per batch formulas.
• Inspect raw materials and finished goods for quality assurance.
• Complete batch documentation, labels, and samples for quality testing.
• Perform minor maintenance on equipment to ensure continuous operation.

Skills

Physical strength

Punctuality

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Equipment maintenance

Job description

Job Title

Production Operator

Location

Ames, IA

Pay Range

$20.50 per hour

Shift

Monday-Thursday, 9:00 PM - 7:30 AM; Sunday-Thursday, 4x10 schedule

What's the Job?

• Operate production equipment in accordance with safety, quality, and operational standards
• Handle raw materials, transport, weigh, and add them to mixers as per batch formulas
• Inspect raw materials and finished goods for quality assurance
• Complete batch documentation, labels, and samples for quality testing
• Perform minor maintenance on equipment to ensure continuous operation

What's Needed?

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to perform physical labor, including lifting up to 50 lbs frequently
• Reliable transportation and punctual attendance
• Experience operating forklifts and mechanical equipment preferred
• Must pass physical and safety clearance tests including OSHA questionnaire, pulmonary function test, respirator fit test, audiogram, vision screening, drug screening, and lift test

What's in it for me?

• Potential for contract-to-hire opportunity based on performance
• Work in a safety-focused environment with growth potential
• Gain valuable experience in a manufacturing setting
• Supportive team environment with opportunities for skill development
• Onsite work with a consistent schedule

Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)

ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.