**Job Title: Dryer Operator** **Job Description** Join our team in the Food Drying Department, where you will play a vital role in ensuring the quality and efficiency of our production process. As a Dryer Operator, you will be responsible for drying and packaging bulk Food Grade Ferrous Sulfate according to Work Instructions and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). You will be accountable for meeting daily production levels as determined by management while adhering to safety requirements and maintaining proper housekeeping in production areas. **Responsibilities** + Dry and package bulk Food Grade Ferrous Sulfate per Work Instructions and SOPs. + Meet daily production level needs as determined by management. + Follow safety requirements and maintain production areas with proper housekeeping. + Maintain proper stock rotation of FG approved Moist Ferrous Sulfate. + Move material with a skid steer. + Complete Work Orders and Production Records. + Sample product for QC testing. + Complete shift change cleaning requirements. + Move the damp material with a forklift. + Mix the damp material. + Operate the dryer machine. + Move the dry material to storage bins. **Essential Skills** + Sit down forklift experience. + Previous experience operating machinery and making adjustments. + Ability to consistently lift 55 pounds. + Experience in food production, dryer operation, and food manufacturing. + Knowledge of GMP and cGMP. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Experience working in the Food and Beverage industry. + Machine troubleshooting experience. **Why Work Here?** We offer comprehensive health care coverage for employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance. After three years, there is an opportunity to participate in a Simplified Employee Pension plan. You will accrue Paid Time Off (PTO) throughout the year, with the ability to use it after the first year. Uniforms are provided for full-time employees, and there is reimbursement for steel-toe boots. Enjoy holidays, employee appreciation lunches, and participate in employee raffles. **Work Environment** The work environment is characterized by a dusty shop floor, with a smell reminiscent of pennies, which can leave a faint taste in your mouth. Employees have the option to wear an N95 mask throughout their shift for comfort, although the material is not hazardous to health. The environment is dirty, with iron salt dust present, requiring diligence in maintaining personal comfort and cleanliness. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Indianapolis, Indiana. **Pay** $21-24/HR (Based on Experience) **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $24.00/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 Indianapolis,IN. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 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.