**Job Title: Machine Operator** **Job Description** Operators are responsible for ensuring that this company maintains its high industry standards by producing quality products for its customers. The operator will be responsible for receiving raw materials, partnering with quality control to test materials and products, blending high-volume cellulose powder, packaging finished good products, and maintaining and enhancing a safe, productive, and quality-driven atmosphere. **Responsibilities** + Mix high-volume cellulose powder into a blender. + Monitor manufacturing processes. + Shutdown and internally clean the process equipment. + Continuously monitor equipment and instrumentation safely, with minimal guidance. Equipment may include mills, blenders, shakers, PLCs, water systems, pumps, extruders/dispersers, forklifts, and hand trucks. + Ensure all documentation is cGMP compliant. + Adhere to safety and quality protocols including uniforms, hairnets, beard covers, safety glasses, hardhats, and hearing protection. + Perform some equipment maintenance and improvements. + Identify and communicate continuous improvement opportunities. + Perform other general tasks as guided by management, such as cleaning and disinfecting work areas (sweeping, mopping, cleaning equipment with detergents). **Essential Skills** + Machine operating + 1-2 years of job tenure per place of employment + High School Diploma or GED + Proficient math skills + Ability to lift and move 50 lbs regularly + Mechanical aptitude **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Experience in quality assurance + Experience in chemical manufacturing and mixing + Mechanical and power tool skills **Why Work Here?** This company values initiative and self-discipline, encouraging employees to make a career here rather than just a job. Once brought on permanently, employees are eligible for a profitability bonus, paid annually based on the company's performance. There is room for advancement to Operator II, Operator III, and Team Leader, each with associated pay raises. A $1/hr shift premium is also available for night shift work once transitioned to a permanent position. **Work Environment** The facility is climate-controlled to maintain customer specifications for shipped products. The position is on the Starch line, with openings on the day shift (5:45 AM-6:15 PM) and potential for night shift (5:45 PM-6:15 AM) on a 2-2-3 schedule. The work environment is temperature controlled, and most interactions will occur within a team of four, receiving responsibilities from the shift supervisor. The culture is strong, with a focus on teamwork and a work-first mentality. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Indianapolis, Indiana. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/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 Jul 11, 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.