Production Associate

Job Title: General Production Worker

(1st shift) 7:00am-3:30pm $18/hr

(2nd Shift) 3:30pm-12:00am $19/hr

Job Description

This entry-level general production role supports multiple functions within a meat-processing facility. The position focuses on general labor tasks, maintaining clean and sanitary production areas, and assisting with equipment, materials, and product handling to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant operations.

Requirements:

• 1 year of manufacturing experience - preferably in food but not required
• Ability to follow directions accurately and work under minimal supervision.
• Ability to multi-task safely in a fast-paced production environment.
• Capability to stand and walk continuously throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift and carry at least 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Comfort working around moving mechanical parts and at high or precarious places.
• Ability to work effectively in colder (around 30 degrees) and warmer temperature areas.
• Comfort working in a high-noise manufacturing environment.

Essential Skills

• Dependable and detail-oriented, with a strong focus on quality and accuracy.
• Ability to follow directions carefully and work under minimal supervision.
• Ability to communicate effectively and clearly in a timely manner, both verbally and in writing.
• Willingness to work weekends and overtime hours as needed.
• Ability to multi-task safely in a fast-paced production environment.
• Comfort working in a meat-processing or food production setting.
• Capability to stand and walk continuously throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift and carry a minimum of 50 lbs on a regular basis.
• Ability to use both hands and maintain manual dexterity for handling products and equipment.
• Attention to detail when inspecting products, labels, and code dates.
• Comfort operating basic production tools such as a manual hand jack and making simple machine adjustments.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in production, general labor, or general manufacturing roles.
• food manufacturing, food production, packing, or cold storage environments.
• Experience with meat, meat cutting, or cold food handling.
• Previous experience in roles such as line cook or food prep.
• Familiarity with high-volume production lines and quality inspection.
• Comfort working around moving mechanical parts and at heights when required.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Davenport, IA.

The 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)

This is a fully onsite position in Davenport,IA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 29, 2026.

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.