Manufacturing Operator

The Manufacturing Operator is responsible for ensuring the seamless and efficient operation of compression machinery in a pharmaceutical environment. This role involves setting up, operating, and maintaining the machines to produce high-quality tablets while adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

• Ensure press is clean and properly set up before starting a batch.
• Label drums filled with tablets.
• Check tablet weights, hardness, size, and adjust machines as necessary to maintain adherence to instructions and batch documents.
• Clean and lubricate presses, and install punches and dies in presses.
• Maintain sanitation practices and follow GMP guidelines.
• Conduct friability tests on all products.
• Follow all safety and lockout/tagout SOPs.
• Accomplish all other tasks as assigned.
• Support other departments as assigned.

• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Experience in machine operation and compounding.
• Strong documentation skills, with an emphasis on real-time recording.
• Ability to work at a fast pace.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on quality assurance.

• Experience in a well-rounded manufacturing environment, especially in compression or wet granulation.
• Familiarity with FDA regulations is advantageous.
• Proactive team player with good communication skills.

This opportunity allows for potential direct hire based on work performance. The work schedule includes a 4-day workweek with 10-hour shifts, promoting a balance between professional and personal life.

The work environment is a pharmaceutical-style setting focused on producing pills and other natural supplements. The role involves manual tasks, requiring the use of tools like hardness testers and thickness gauges. The environment promotes safety with provided PPE and uses non-toxic cleaning solutions. Teamwork and adherence to standard operating procedures are essential components of the daily routine.

This is a Contract position based out of Hayward, CA.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $25.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

This is a Contract position based out of Hayward, CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 7, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Hayward,CA.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.