Job Title: Packaging Operator

Job Description

The Packaging Operator is responsible for the final packaging of flavors (powders, spray dry, liquids, emulsions, and extracts) according to the directions on each batch ticket. This role involves working closely with the Batch Processors to ensure that batches are packaged with a focus on food safety, quality, efficiency, and accuracy. The Packaging Operator may operate machinery such as mixers, spray dryers, and blending tanks. The ability to read labels and follow safety procedures is essential. This role is responsible for packaging the correct finished product quantity with the correct label and monitoring equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.

ResponsibilitiesPackage final flavors according to batch ticket directions.Collaborate closely with Batch Processors to ensure quality and accuracy.Operate machinery, including mixers, spray dryers, and blending tanks.Read labels and adhere to safety procedures.Monitor equipment for safe and efficient operation.Record operational and production data as specified.Transport materials, supplies, and products between work areas using equipment and sit-down forklifts.Understand the importance of food safety in our products.Communicate any food safety concerns to shift leads or management.Follow standard operating procedures, including equipment sanitation after each batch.Essential SkillsAbility to read and follow batch ticket directions.Experience operating machinery such as mixers, spray dryers, and blending tanks.Proficiency in recording operational and production data.Ability to transport materials using equipment and sit-down forklifts.Understanding of food safety principles.Additional Skills & QualificationsHigh School Diploma required.Why Work Here?

Enrich your life by joining a team dedicated to building a better future for people and the planet through the creation of healthier, tastier, and sustainable foods. We are passionate about our customers, encourage innovation, invest in our people, and are committed to doing what’s right. Our benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, generous PTO, parental leave, and opportunities for professional growth.

Work Environment

This role operates in a Food GMP environment where employees will experience strong flavors. Steel toe shoes, hair nets, and uniforms are required, and no jewelry is allowed. The job involves lifting and moving various weights, including 50lb boxes and 25-30lb containers, with tasks rotating throughout the shift. Employees will receive a uniform and locker for their belongings.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $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 Wauconda,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 16, 2025.

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\n About Aerotek:\n\n

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.

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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.

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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.

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