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Production Operator

Aerotek

Cedar Rapids, IA 52401 • 9/12/2026

Job Description

Job Description
Production Operator

Manufacturing | Material Handling | Equipment Operation

Looking for a stable manufacturing career with strong growth potential, overtime opportunities, and excellent long-term benefits? We're hiring Production Operators to support production, material handling, packaging, and equipment operation in a clean manufacturing environment.

This role is ideal for candidates with manufacturing, warehouse, production, machine operation, or general labor experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate production and packaging equipment

• Load, unload, move, and transfer materials throughout the facility

• Support material handling and warehouse operations

• Perform basic equipment inspections and minor maintenance tasks

• Maintain accurate production records and documentation

• Clean and sanitize equipment and work areas

• Assist with inventory and product movement as needed

• Follow safety, quality, and production procedures

• Work across multiple departments to support operational needs

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment

Requirements

• 6+ months of manufacturing, production, warehouse, or general labor experience

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

• Ability to work in a physically active environment

• Strong work ethic and reliable attendance

• Ability to follow safety procedures and work instructions

• Mechanical aptitude is a plus

• Forklift, material handling, or machine operation experience is a plus

Why Apply?

Competitive pay with shift differential opportunities

Overtime available

Excellent benefits upon permanent hire

Career growth and advancement opportunities

Cross-training in multiple departments

Stable full-time employment

Team-oriented work environment

Growing industry with long-term opportunity

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\nCompany Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.

Company Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.