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Panning - Machine Operator - 2nd Shift


Company : Aerotek


Location : Union City, CA


Created : 2025-11-28


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Sweet Opportunity: Machine Operator u2013 2nd Shift (Chocolate Production) Summary: Love the smell of chocolate? Join a leading specialty food manufacturer and help create premium chocolate-coated treats Weu2019re hiring a Machine Operator for the 2nd shift in a clean, organized facility with great perks and a positive team culture. Job Title: Machine Operator u2013 2nd Shift (Chocolate Production) Shift: Mondayu2013Friday, 2:00 PM u2013 10:30 PM Location: Union City, CA About the Role Join a leading manufacturer in the specialty food industry and be part of a team that creates premium chocolate-coated treats enjoyed nationwide Weu2019re looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Machine Operator to support our production line during the 2nd shift. If you enjoy hands-on work in a clean, organized environment with the sweet aroma of chocolate, this is the job for you. What Youu2019ll Do + Operate and monitor 12 specialized machines that coat almonds and raisins in chocolate. + Load mixers with raw ingredients and ensure proper chocolate coating. + Transfer products for finishing and prepare trays for cooling. + Perform quality checks and maintain accurate production records. + Assist with sanitation and machine cleaning between batches. + Safely lift and palletize boxes or bags weighing 35u201350 lbs . + Use an electric pallet jack for material handling. What Weu2019re Looking For + Previous experience in machine operation or general labor. + Ability to lift up to 50 lbs consistently. + Basic data entry and documentation skills. + Familiarity with packaging, sanitation, and quality control processes. + Team player with the ability to work independently. + Must be able to read/write for production sheets and meet height requirements for machine operation. Why Youu2019ll Love Working Here + Competitive Perks: Internal employees receive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage. + 401(k) with 6% match and life insurance equal to 2x your annual salary . + 10 holidays off each year to recharge. + Occasional free chocolate treats and a positive team culture. + Clean, well-organized facility with comfortable break areas and outdoor spaces. Work Environment + Temperature-controlled rooms: + Depo Room: Room temperature + Panning Room: Slightly cooler + Refining Room: Up to 95u00b0F in summer + Pleasant aroma of chocolate throughout the facility. Ready to join a team that values quality, teamwork, and sweet success? Apply today Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Union City, CA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $19.50 - $19.50/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: u2022 Medical, dental & vision u2022 Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital u2022 401(k) Retirement Plan u2013 Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available u2022 Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) u2022 Short and long-term disability u2022 Health Spending Account (HSA) u2022 Transportation benefits u2022 Employee Assistance Program u2022 Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Union City,CA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Dec 10, 2025. 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 u2013 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 companiesu2019 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.