Job Title: 2nd Shift Operator

Job Description

As a 2nd Shift Operator, you will be responsible for operating heavy equipment such as a front-end loader to load different styles of pellet mills, and maintaining watch over various bin levels. You will also be responsible for troubleshooting equipment malfunctions, maintaining pellet mill feed rates, and ensuring a clean work area. Additionally, you will monitor and regulate dryer temperatures, check oxygen and carbon dioxide levels, and complete detailed reports on production metrics.

ResponsibilitiesOperate a front-end loader and other heavy equipment to load different styles of pellet mills.Maintain watch over bin levels, including raw material, C.P.M., Dry Hog, and fuel bins.Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions, spot fires, and hot bearings.Maintain pellet mill feed rates and adjust or change pellet mill rolls/dies accordingly.Move trailers around the yard for the distribution team.Maintain a clean work area by clearing piles of sawdust around the mill room.Use catwalks and climb ladders up to 30 feet high.Apply mechanical and troubleshooting skills to solve pellet mill maintenance problems.Perform simple to complex math calculations.Work in high temperature and humidity areas.Monitor and regulate dryer inlet and outlet temperatures, recording changes at specific intervals.Check oxygen and carbon dioxide levels in the dryer using a handheld gauge and make necessary adjustments.Use AC drives and controllers to maintain optimal production and pellet quality.Complete daily and shift reports detailing various production metrics.Essential SkillsExperience in operation, general production, and handling heavy equipment such as loaders and excavators.Proficient in machine operation and preventative maintenance.Ability to perform general labor and operate a front-end loader and skid steer.Mechanical and troubleshooting skills.Ability to perform simple to complex math calculations.Additional Skills & QualificationsTraining will take 3 weeks to 1 month on 1st shift from 7am-3pm, Monday to Friday.Ability to work 2nd shift from 3pm-11pm, Monday to Friday.Why Work Here?

Enjoy comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance. Take advantage of a 401k plan with a 5% company match, monthly and annual bonuses tied to production goals, and company-paid STD/LTD and life insurance options. Additionally, receive $200 per year on your anniversary to purchase company gear, including heavy-duty jackets and boots.

Work Environment

Candidates will work both indoors and outdoors, with up to 50% of the day spent outside in various weather conditions. The work environment includes high temperature and humidity areas and requires the ability to climb ladders and use catwalks.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $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 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 Hayward,Wisconsin.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 14, 2025.

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\n About Aerotek:\n\n

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.

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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.

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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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