Machine Operator

Machine Operator We are seeking a dedicated Machine Operator to join our team, working Monday through Friday from 9:30 am to 6:00 pm. The role involves learning and operating various equipment to ensure high-quality packaging and production processes. Responsibilities: Learn and operate equipment such as Velteko, Matrix, label printer, blending/grinding machines. Operate manual packaging equipment including heat sealing machines and foot-powered bagging machines. Enter lot codes on work orders and maintain cleanliness of packaging machinery and work areas daily. Operate forklifts to move equipment and supplies. Verify correct materials on production lines and troubleshoot technical issues. Perform changeovers and shut down all packaging machinery. Conduct process quality control checks. Perform inventory and cycle counts, and report maintenance issues. Ensure compliance with HACCP, Cal/OSHA, FSMA, and all food and worker safety regulations. Participate in continuous improvement and 5S projects. Essential Skills: 1-2 years of experience in a manufacturing facility with packaging or blending machine experience. Strong command of English language skills, both written and oral. Attention to detail and adherence to guidelines, policies, or procedures. Ability to work in a team environment with professional and positive communication. Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, and multiplication. Additional Skills & Qualifications: ServSafe Food Handler certification is a plus. Forklift experience is advantageous. Flexibility to work a variety of shifts. Why Work Here? This position offers the opportunity to play a crucial role in ensuring that products are packaged with the highest quality and attention to detail. You will be instrumental in delivering the best cup of coffee to our customers. The role is fulfilling, as it contributes significantly to customer satisfaction and aligns with our company's values of quality and safety. Work Environment: The work environment requires physical activity, including standing and moving for long periods (6-8 hours), and lifting up to 50 pounds. You will need to push/pull bins and pallets weighing up to 1500 lbs. The role operates within a dynamic production setting, adhering to strict safety and quality standards. Job Type & Location: This is a Contract position based out of Oakland, CA. Pay and Benefits: The pay range for this position is $22.00/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 Oakland, CA. Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Jan 20, 2026. 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 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 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. California Staffing