Job Information
Aerotek Production Operator in Glendale, Arizona
Job Title: Production Operator
Job Description
This entry-level position within the manufacturing area is primarily responsible for performing weigh-up or packaging duties within the production department. The role ensures the highest quality product at the lowest possible cost while meeting customer specifications and delivery requirements in accordance with policies and procedures.
Responsibilities
Get job assignments from the production board and collect batch tickets.
Collect ingredients from allocation for the orders.
Put dry ingredients into tumbler to semi-mix color, then transfer material to manualized mixer for complete dispersion. Alternatively, mix liquid color for the prescribed time until the batch is fully mixed.
Provide a sample and the batch ticket to quality control.
Make any corrections and remix if deemed necessary by quality control.
For dry color: Make labels for the order with the proper lot number and color information, apply to bags and packing boxes, put product in bags to required weight, remove air from bags, seal bags with heat sealer, and package all bags in labeled Ziploc bags and pack into shipping boxes, secure them, and place on pallet for shipping.
For liquid color: Make labels for the order with the proper lot number and color information, apply to bottles and packing boxes, put product in bottles to required weight, secure caps on bottles, apply QC sticker over cap for warranty protection, and package all bottles in boxes, secure them, and place on pallet for shipping.
Ensure all paperwork is complete before moving the order to shipping.
Move completed orders to the assigned areas for shipping.
Maintain a safe and clean workspace.
Adhere to all safety policies and wear personal protective equipment.
Perform any other duties as assigned.
Essential Skills
Experience in production, machine operation, general labor, production and manufacturing, forklift, and general production.
Ability to work safely and follow safety policies.
Ability to perform physically demanding tasks such as standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day.
Ability to lift and/or move items over 50 pounds.
Good communication skills, both orally and in writing.
Ability to read at a level of comprehension sufficient to meet job requirements.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Preferred forklift experience.
Subject to pre-employment and random drug testing.
Flexibility in shifts is a plus.
Bilingual preferred, but not required.
Why Work Here?
Join a dynamic work environment where safety and quality are paramount. Enjoy the opportunity to work in a collaborative team setting with room for growth and development. We value hard work and dedication and provide a supportive atmosphere where employees can thrive.
Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to marked changes in temperature and humidity, dust, fumes, airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment can be loud. Be aware that in this position you will be working with powdered colorants and more often than not, you will be grimy and dirty at the end of the day. Physical demands include the need to see, talk, hear, stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, and climb throughout the day, as well as the ability to lift, push, or pull up to 200 lbs. with the aid of equipment.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Glendale, Arizona.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/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 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 Glendale,AZ.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 10, 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.