General Production Worker @ Aerotek

Job Title: General Production WorkerJob DescriptionThis role focuses on supporting a fast-paced production environment by palletizing and shrink-wrapping products, cleaning and sanitizing workstations, and handling materials using manual pallet jacks. You will weigh and record product information using digital scales, move filled bags weighing up to 50 pounds, and assist with moving larger bowls of product on wheels. The position is physically demanding and requires attention to detail, adherence to safety and good manufacturing practices, and the ability to work consistently throughout the shift.

Responsibilities

• Palletize finished products and securely shrink wrap them for storage and shipment.
• Clean and sanitize workstations regularly to maintain a safe and hygienic production environment.
• Move product and materials using a manual pallet jack, ensuring safe handling and proper placement.
• Weigh products before they are moved to the warehouse and accurately record digital weights on a small scale.
• Handle and move filled bags that can weigh up to 50 pounds, following company policy that requires two employees for weights over 50 pounds.
• Push and pull bowls of product on wheels that can weigh up to 1,000 pounds, moving at least eight bowls per shift.
• Follow all safety procedures and good manufacturing practices (GMPs), including restrictions on smoking, tobacco, perfume, cologne, fingernail polish, jewelry, and piercings in the facility.
• Maintain clothing and personal protective equipment in good condition, ensuring there are no rips, tears, holes, or added embellishments.
• Stand and work on your feet for 8 to 12 hours per shift in a physically demanding production environment.
• Participate in on-site orientation and follow instructions regarding shift start times and training schedules.

Essential Skills

• Ability to read and write in English or Spanish.
• Experience in a general labor, manufacturing, or similar production environment within the last 5 years.
• At least 1 year of continuous employment with the same company within the last 5 years.
• Ability to stand for up to 8 to 12 hours per shift.
• Capability to lift and move bags weighing up to 50 pounds and assist with heavier items as required by policy.
• Comfort working in a physically demanding role that involves pushing and pulling heavy bowls of product on wheels.
• Commitment to following safety protocols and good manufacturing practices (GMPs).
• Reliable attendance and performance to support production schedules.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in production, production line work, general labor, assembly, packaging, food production, machine operation, or food manufacturing.
• Familiarity with manufacturing or food production environments and related safety standards.
• Ability to work effectively in a small, close-knit team setting.
• Steel-toe footwear required as part of the safety dress code.

Why Work Here? You join a small, family-like team where safety and quality are highly valued, and your contributions are recognized. The organization offers advancement opportunities within the first three months for individuals who demonstrate strong performance and reliable attendance, providing a clear path for growth. You benefit from a supportive environment that emphasizes thorough orientation, clear communication about schedules, and a culture built on good manufacturing practices and mutual respect.

Work EnvironmentYou work in a small-town, family-style production facility with around 30 full-time employees, creating a close-knit and supportive atmosphere. Safety and good manufacturing practices (GMPs) are central to daily operations, and you are expected to follow strict guidelines, including no smoking or tobacco products on-site, no perfume or cologne, no fingernail polish, no jewelry, and no piercings. The dress code includes steel-toed boots, hair net, eye protection, jeans, shirt, bump cap, and lab coat, with all clothing free of rips, tears, holes, or embellishments.

The temperature can be hot in the summer, reaching up to approximately 90 degrees in some manufacturing rooms, while remaining comfortable in the winter. Orientation takes place on-site over 3 to 4 hours, and depending on your shift, you may start work the same day or during your regular second or third shift hours, with clear communication provided in advance.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Albert Lea, MN.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $19.00 - $20.50/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 12, 2026.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Albert Lea,MN.

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.