**Mixing Operator** **Job Description** We are seeking a dedicated and hardworking Chemical Operator to join our team in a heavy industrial environment. This role involves a variety of tasks such as handling materials, operating machinery, and ensuring a clean and safe workspace. The ideal candidate will be comfortable with physical labor and committed to following safety protocols. **Responsibilities** + Packing bags of starch. + Climbing stairs and emptying 50 lb bags of starch into mixers. + Regularly sweeping and cleaning the work area. + Opening valves on tanks. + Operating basic touch screen controls on machines. **Essential Skills** + Ability to lift 50 pounds repeatedly. + Comfortable with 12-hour rotating shifts (4 days on, 3 days off). + Understanding and following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). + Adherence to safety protocols. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Self-driven and hardworking attitude. + Proactive in looking for additional tasks. + Basic understanding of manufacturing principles. + Experience in machine operation. **Why Work Here?** We offer above-average pay, a great family environment, and a safe workplace. Our leadership team supports growth, with opportunities for advancement, as demonstrated by our manager who started as a production worker. **Work Environment** The work environment is very hot and dirty, so candidates must be comfortable with these conditions. The job is deadline-intensive and requires a focus on quality. The hours are 12-hour rotating night and day shifts, 4 days on and 3 days off each week. The dress code includes work pants and shirts, with provided hard hats and glasses. Steel-toed boots are required. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Charleston, South Carolina.Mixing **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $23.75 - $23.75/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 Charleston,SC. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Feb 17, 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 – 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.