Spray Dry Operator
Aerotek
**Job Title: Spray Dry Operator**
Job Description
We are currently seeking skilled Spray Dry Operators to join our team with three openings available. Candidates will work on the 2nd shift from 2:00pm to 10:30pm, with the potential for shift differentials after training completion.
Responsibilities
+ Utilize computer systems and handle related documentation.
+ Fill liquids and powders into tanks with accuracy.
+ Use scales to measure liquids accurately according to formulas.
+ Operate a forklift to move products around the production floor.
+ Select appropriate tanks based on manufacturing requirements and batch size.
+ Pick required raw materials from the warehouse and ensure accuracy with barcode scanning.
+ Stage raw materials and add them to tanks following work order instructions.
+ Fill and pack orders according to sales requirements, ensuring accurate weights.
+ Follow GMP and safety guidelines and procedures.
+ Be open to cross-training and assisting in various departments.
Essential Skills
+ Experience with GMP, batching, production, mixing, and compounding.
+ Proficiency in operating spray dry machinery.
+ Ability to retrieve and return raw materials to/from the warehouse.
+ Experience using ERP/handheld barcode scanners.
+ Capability to conduct cycle counting on raw materials.
+ Experience operating forklifts and material handling equipment.
+ Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
+ Prior experience in food or GMP environments.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
+ Experience in warehouse settings or logistics.
+ Safety, respirator protection, and lock-out training.
+ Comfort with batch records review and GMP environments.
+ Experience in food manufacturing, compounding, and blending processes.
Why Work Here?
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health and welfare of you and your family now and in the future. Benefits include health care plans, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, disability insurance, life insurance, 401k with company matching, education savings plan, paid time off, paid holidays, educational assistance, professional development opportunities, employee discounts, and service recognition.
Work Environment
The position operates within a GMP food environment, focusing on manufacturing processes. Candidates are expected to adhere to safety protocols and maintain a professional demeanor at all times.
**Pay and Benefits**
The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $27.00/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 NORTHBROOK,IL.
**Application Deadline**
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 19, 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.
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