**Job Title: Manufacturing Specialist** **Job Description** The Manufacturing Specialist is responsible for monitoring and controlling production kettles used to produce industrial grease. This role involves managing chemical raw materials to manufacture finished products according to defined formulations and procedures. Key activities include moving raw materials from a receiving warehouse to the manufacturing floor, staging and pre-weighing materials for production orders, and managing inventory transactions. The role requires technology proficiency to operate a computerized control system. Safety is paramount due to exposure to high heat, pressure, and hazardous chemicals. Forklift operation may be necessary. **Responsibilities** + Manage raw materials from prestaging through the manufacturing process. + Stage raw material chemicals, including pre-weighing, to support production orders. + Follow manufacturing processes and formulations to ensure product consistency. + Measure and add raw materials following defined procedures. + Operate proper startup and shutdown of manufacturing equipment. + Flush and clean kettles and lines according to work instructions. + Monitor process equipment to ensure proper control. + Record inventory transactions accurately. + Perform in-process testing and analyze results. + Notify management of any mechanical or material issues. + Maintain a clean and safe work area, including the trash dock. + Understand chemical SDS information, raw material hazards, and safety protocols. **Essential Skills** + Organizational skills + Technology competency + Attention to detail + Teamwork ability + Consciousness of product quality + Mathematical competency + Operational knowledge of manufacturing equipment + Understanding of raw material hazards and safety protocols **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + High School diploma or GED required. + Experience in petroleum/chemical manufacturing operations preferred. + Understanding of electronic control systems desired. **Why Work Here?** Enjoy working in a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility with a close-knit team environment. Benefit from comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as PTO and a 401(k) plan. **Work Environment** This role operates within a two-shift operation Monday through Friday, with work hours from 5:00 am to 2:00 pm or 1:30 pm to 10:30 pm. The manufacturing environment involves exposure to high temperatures, pressures, and potential hazardous chemicals, requiring fitted breathing masks and hearing protection. Physical demands include regular lifting and moving of objects up to 50 pounds, with occasional movement of full 55-gallon drums. The facility supports a smaller, more personal work environment, reporting to an operations supervisor. **Job Type & Location** This is a Permanent position based out of Maize, Kansas. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $37440.00 - $37440.00/yr. 401K Benefits Medical Vision PTO **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Maize,KS. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Aug 22, 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.