General Production Worker @ Aerotek

Job Title: General Production Worker (1st Shift) $18-20/HR

Job DescriptionThe General Production Worker (1st Shift) serves as an entry-level role within the production area, performing a variety of general labor and utility tasks rather than being tied to a single function. This position supports meat processing operations by following established policies, procedures, and food safety standards while maintaining a clean, efficient, and safe work environment. You will work on the production floor in a fast-paced setting, assisting with equipment, product handling, sanitation, and basic quality checks to ensure smooth and continuous operations.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to production operations by following all policies and procedures related to meat processing, including Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) regulations.
• Maintain all production areas in clean and sanitary condition, promptly reporting any issues that may lead to unsanitary conditions.
• Remove product and packing materials from the floor and properly dispose of or store them as required.
• Properly dispose of and track inedible products according to established procedures.
• Separate and remove trash and recycling from production areas to designated locations.
• Stage production areas with empty containers and necessary supplies to prepare for the following shift.
• Assist with preparing and disassembling equipment for meat-processing operations or sanitation activities.
• Assist with the collection, opening, and reuse of rework materials, ensuring proper identification of product and line to prevent cross-contamination and allergen issues.
• Provide relief for co-workers during breaks, which may involve assisting in different positions on the production line.
• Accurately complete all assigned paperwork and documentation in a timely manner.
• Assist in training new employees by demonstrating tasks and ensuring they understand procedures and safety requirements.
• Check in with the area leadership at the end of the shift for any additional pass-down or shutdown activities that need to be completed.
• Perform visual inspection of cases to ensure labels are present, legible, and include correct code dates.
• Make routine adjustments to machinery to support smooth production, including changing tape, code dates, ink, paper, film, cardboard, or pallets as needed.
• Operate a manual hand jack to move materials and product safely around the production area.
• Communicate equipment malfunctions or irregularities promptly so they can be addressed quickly.
• Prepare supplies and workstations for the next shift, ensuring tools, materials, and ingredients are properly staged.
• Stage ingredients in 50-pound containers to maintain consistent product flow on the line.
• Arrange meat according to instructions and product specifications to meet quality standards.
• Comb, hang, transport, and stack product continuously as part of the production process.
• Inspect product on conveyor belts to ensure it meets established quality specifications.
• Perform all job duties accurately and efficiently while meeting expected performance and safety standards.
• Stand and walk throughout the entire shift while maintaining focus and attention to detail.
• Lift and carry materials and product weighing at least 50 pounds as part of regular job tasks.

Essential Skills

• Dependable and detail-oriented, with a strong focus on accuracy and quality.
• Ability to follow directions and work under minimal supervision while maintaining productivity.
• Strong attention to detail in a production environment, including visual inspection of products and labels.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in a timely manner, both verbally and in writing.
• Willingness to work weekends and overtime hours as operational needs require.
• Ability to multi-task safely in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Physical ability to stand and walk for the entire shift.
• Physical ability to lift and carry a minimum of 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Ability to use both hands to handle, reach, and manipulate products, equipment, and materials.
• Comfort working around moving mechanical parts and at heights, with appropriate safety awareness.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in general labor, general production, packing, or food manufacturing environments is beneficial.
• Experience working with meat or meat cutting is helpful for performing production tasks.
• Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as needed to access equipment and work areas.
• Ability to hear and speak clearly to communicate with team members and respond to instructions and safety signals.
• Comfort working in colder temperature areas (around 30 degrees) and warmer temperature zones within the facility.
• Adaptability to high noise levels and a busy, dynamic production setting.

Why Work Here? You will join a clean, modern facility that offers a structured environment focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement. As this is an entry-level role, you have the opportunity to learn multiple aspects of production and grow into other positions over time. The workplace emphasizes reliability, teamwork, and clear communication, providing a solid foundation for building a long-term career in manufacturing and food production. Work EnvironmentThis role operates in a manufacturing environment with active meat processing and high levels of production activity.

You will regularly work around moving mechanical parts and may be exposed to high, elevated areas while following all safety guidelines. The facility includes both colder areas (around 30 degrees) and warmer temperature zones, and the noise level is typically high due to machinery and production operations. The position requires standing and walking constantly throughout the shift, frequent use of hands and fingers to handle and feel products and equipment, and reaching with hands and arms.

You may need to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl to access equipment or work areas. Lifting and carrying at least 50 pounds is a routine part of the job, and you will use both hands to perform tasks safely and efficiently. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role

Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Davenport, IA.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/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)

Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 11, 2026.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Davenport,IA.

About Aerotek

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.