**Job Title: Production Operator - Nutritional Department (1st and 3rd Shift)** **Job Description** We are seeking dedicated Production Operators for the Nutritional Department. As a Nutritional Yeast Operator, you will ensure that the product is processed and packaged correctly and in a timely manner. This position requires a diverse set of skills and knowledge to maintain high-quality standards. **Responsibilities** + Perform sanitation on equipment, infrastructure, grounds, and other assigned areas. + Monitor quality assurance controls during the production process. + Conduct product analysis, weight checks, and code data verification. + Record and maintain accurate written and electronic information. + Understand and follow safety, GMP, food safety, and other rules or policies. + Operate equipment safely and efficiently. + Inspect infrastructure and equipment and notify management when maintenance is required. + Assist in troubleshooting equipment and process problems. + Operate a forklift as needed, with training provided if not already certified. **Essential Skills** + 1+ year of production/manufacturing experience. + Ability to lift up to 75lbs. + Ability to stand on feet for up to 12 hours. + Strong mechanical aptitude. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Experience with production processes. + Problem-solving skills. + Mechanical skills. **Why Work Here?** Join a company where safety is a top priority and employees have the opportunity to grow. Enjoy a competitive pay increase when transitioning to a direct employee, with a dynamic and supportive working environment. **Work Environment** Work in a highly automated production facility dedicated to yeast production. The environment is very hot, often exceeding 100 degrees in the production room, and requires the ability to handle heat and stand for long periods. The work schedule offers a rotating shift with every other weekend off. Employees are regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, and loud noise levels. Dress code includes steel-toe boots, lab coat/pants, hair/beard net, and safety goggles. Work hours are either 6am-6pm or 6pm-6am, with a schedule that allows ample time off. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $23.00/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 Cedar Rapids,IA. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Jul 23, 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.