About this role
Job Title: General Production WorkerJob DescriptionThe General Production Worker supports daily production operations by palletizing and shrink-wrapping products, moving materials, and maintaining a clean and sanitary work area in a food manufacturing environment. This role involves working on a production line, handling materials manually, and accurately weighing and recording product information while following strict safety and good manufacturing practices.
Responsibilities
- Palletize and shrink wrap finished products according to established procedures.
- Clean and sanitize workstations and surrounding production areas to maintain a hygienic environment.
- Move product and materials using a manual pallet jack in a safe and efficient manner.
- Weigh products on a small digital scale and accurately read, record, and document weights.
Essential Skills
- Ability to perform physically demanding work, including standing for up to 812 hours per shift.
- Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs
- Ability to read and write in English or Spanish.
- Ability to do basic math skills
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Previous experience in food production or food manufacturing environments.
- Experience in production line work, assembly, packaging, or machine operation.
- Comfort working in a fast-paced, physically intensive setting.
- Willingness to work in varying temperature conditions, including warmer areas up to approximately 90 degrees in some manufacturing rooms.
Why Work Here? You will join a small, close-knit team where people know each other and support one another in a family-like environment. The organization emphasizes safety, structure, and clear expectations, and offers the opportunity for advancement within the first three months based on strong performance and attendance. You will receive on-site orientation and training to help you succeed, with transparent communication about your schedule and start times.
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 16, 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.