Manufacturing Tech

Aerotek • Boone, IA • 10h ago

Manufacturing Technician - Job Description

Overview

The Manufacturing Technician plays a key role in operating refinery equipment and supporting glycerin refinery plant operations. This position uses systems such as Distributed Control Systems (DCS) to maintain production targets, ensure process efficiency, and uphold safety and quality standards. The Technician monitors process parameters, responds to alarms, evaluates equipment status, and makes operational adjustments to maintain optimal plant performance.

Responsibilities

Operate refinery equipment and manage daily plant operations using Distributed Control Systems (DCS).

Monitor process parameters, alarms, and equipment conditions , making timely adjustments to maintain safe and efficient production.

Conduct quality control sampling at designated points and ensure prompt delivery of samples for laboratory analysis.

Handle and dose chemicals according to production requirements while following all safety and handling protocols.

Perform preventive maintenance on field equipment and promptly report abnormalities or equipment issues.

Adhere to all plant safety procedures , especially when working with hazardous materials, high-temperature equipment, or in confined spaces.

Essential Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting ability

Forklift operation

Machine operation experience

Hand tool proficiency

Quality control knowledge

Inspection experience

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Valid driver's license

Computer proficiency

Comfortable working at heights

Ability to lift up to 75 lbs routinely

Experience with construction or mechanical tasks

Why Work Here

5% 401(k) match after one year

Annual wage increases

End-of-year cash bonus opportunities

Promotion evaluations every 6-12 months

Potential tuition reimbursement

Work Environment

12-hour rotating shift : 6:30 PM - 6:30 AM

Climate-controlled facility with indoor and outdoor work

Exposure to chemicals, pressurized steam, dust, heat, noise, and fumes

Work may involve confined spaces

Casual dress code with required PPE: steel-toed boots, hard hat, safety glasses , and additional protective gear

Uniforms provided after onboarding

Approximately 10 production operators per shift

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Boone, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $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 Boone,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 10, 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.

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