Production Operator

Company: Aerotek
Location: Hackettstown
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Title: Production Operator Job Description In this entry-level role, directly impacting the quality of the products and helping to improve real lives. You will be responsible for manually dividing products into bags by hand scooping raw materials into them, reading and filling out batch records, weighing materials on a scale, and boxing them. The product is a powder used in baby food and is not harmful. Responsibilities Read and follow written operating instructions. Fill out and maintain batch records. Communicate manufacturing process status to Shift Team Lead/Supervisor. Perform inspections and cleaning of equipment to ensure product quality. Essential Skills Experience in machine operation and cleanroom environments. General production skills including machine operating and packaging. Proficiency in inspection and using hand tools. Mechanical aptitude. Understanding of GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices) and production processes. Ability to fill out batch records and perform general labor tasks. High School diploma or equivalent. At least 6 months of production/manufacturing experience. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Hackettstown, NJ. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $47840.00 - $52000.00/yr. Company Benefits Comprehensive Health & Welfare benefits program offered to all eligible US employees on your start date. You must enroll in these benefits within your first 30 days of employment. Information about DSM’s benefits is available to you at any time on mydsmbenefits.com and a benefits overview document has been included for your review. ? In addition to the above, you have the opportunity to participate in 401(k) retirement plan. Contributes an amount equal to 4% of your total eligible pay to your 401(k) plan, regardless of whether you participate. If you contribute to the plan, company will also match 100% of the first 4% of total eligible pay that you contribute. Company will automatically enroll you in the plan at 4% of pay which will be deducted and contributed toward the plan unless you decline or make another election. You will receive a welcome package from the 401(k) vendor soon after joining. Your pay and contributions are subject to plan and IRS limits as outlined in the Summary Plan Description. ? Your Paid Time Off (PTO) accrues on a pay period basis, with a maximum of 18 days per year, for the first five years of employment. Thereafter, your accrual rate increases based on Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Hackettstown,NJ. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 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 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. 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. 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.

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