Production Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Production Operator - $15-$17/HR

Job Description

We are seeking skilled candidates to operate production equipment, including dryers, baggers, and standardizers. The role involves monitoring the flow of milk, managing batches, and ensuring quality and safety standards are met.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the flow of milk from incoming tankers to the drying process.
• Dump powder into batches and communicate with the production department about the batches and types of production running.
• Start up, run, and clean the standardizer machine.
• Maintain proper quality of production and safety standards for specific product/customers.
• Organize and clean work areas and machines.
• Assemble and disassemble pumps.

Essential Skills

• Production experience, particularly on a production line or food line.
• Basic math skills (ability to perform basic calculations such as 250 - 75, 300 + 250).
• Ability to lift 50lbs throughout the shift, including lifting large bags of powdered milk multiple times per shift.
• Ability to stand and walk for the entire duration of the shift.
• High School Diploma.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Preferably in food or beverage production.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance with minimal co-pay, generous bonuses for cross-training and perfect attendance, and a competitive 401k plan. Employees receive shift premiums, paid vacation from the first day of full-time employment, and opportunities for raises and bonuses. Benefit from a supportive work environment that values hard work and longevity.

Work Environment

The work environment includes two plants, both of which can become hot and humid in the summer due to machinery. The facility is wet on the ground, and as it is FDA regulated, all proper GMP must be followed. Candidates are provided with smock suits, elbow-length gloves, boots, and hair nets. The dress code under the uniform includes comfortable pants and shirts. The position requires flexibility to work various shifts, including potentially working seven days a week during peak seasons, and holidays as part of a 24/7/365 operation.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $15.00 - $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 DETROIT,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 26, 2025.

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.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.

Company Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.