Packaging Operator

Overview

NOW HIRING:
Machine Operator – $21/hr (Night Shift)

No forklift experience? We’ll certify you!

Join a growing manufacturing team where your work makes a real impact. If you enjoy hands‑on work, staying busy, and learning new processes, this is a great opportunity to grow your skills in a stable, well‑supported environment.

• Operate and monitor production equipment
• Follow established processes and production schedules
• Make simple machine or computer adjustments
• Perform sanitation (CIP) on equipment and work areas
• Record accurate production, safety, and sanitation logs
• Handle materials and chemicals safely (training provided)
• Report equipment issues to supervisors
• Cross‑train and help in other departments as needed

• 1+ year manufacturing or machine operation experience
• Able to become forklift certified
• Basic reading, writing & math skills
• Comfortable working in a hot environment
• Able to work night shift + rotating schedule
• Team‑oriented, dependable, and safety‑focused

• $21/hr starting pay
• Competitive benefits starting Day 1
• Strong 401(k) plan
• 12 paid holidays
• Opportunities to grow across departments
• Work for an organization passionate about innovation & sustainability

• Night Shift: 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM
• Rotating schedule
• Overtime opportunities based on production needs

• Hot, fast‑paced production setting
• Cross‑training encouraged
• Team-focused environment with supportive management

• Stable, long‑term opportunity
• Work that stays interesting — no two days look the same
• Clear procedures make it easy to learn
• Training provided for equipment, chemicals, and forklift

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cedar Rapids, IA.

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00/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 besubject 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)

This is a fully onsite position in Cedar Rapids, IA.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 1, 2026.

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.