General Production Worker

Job Title: General Production Worker

Job Description

This role supports plant operations by maintaining a clean and safe facility, handling feed and processed soy products, and assisting with production and machine operation. You will regularly move between cleaning, shoveling, loading, and production tasks, including working at heights and walking multiple flights of stairs throughout your shift. The position follows a rotational or swing shift schedule and is designed as a long-term, temp-to-hire opportunity with clear pathways for advancement once hired directly.

Responsibilities

• Clean various floors and areas of the plant, including elevated platforms, while working comfortably at heights.
• Walk up and down 4–5 flights of stairs multiple times throughout each shift to access different parts of the facility.
• Shovel various forms of feed and processed soybeans that fall from machines and dispose of them safely and efficiently.
• Load trucks and railcars with feed and related products according to operational and safety procedures.
• Rotate between facility cleaning, shoveling, and production roles, including basic machine operation and production line tasks.
• Assist with general production duties such as labor, assembly, and production line work as needed.
• Follow all safety protocols, including the proper use of personal protective equipment, and maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Adapt to changing shift schedules, including rotational and swing shifts, and maintain reliable attendance.
• Communicate clearly with team members and supervisors to coordinate tasks and ensure smooth plant operations.
• Support continuous improvement efforts by following established processes and reporting issues or opportunities for improvement.

Essential Skills

• At least 1 year of production experience.
• Ability to work comfortably at heights and frequently climb 4–5 flights of stairs during a shift.
• Ability to perform physically demanding labor, including shoveling, lifting, and prolonged standing.
• Ability to read, write, and speak fluent English.
• Experience working in general production, general labor, warehouse, or similar environments.
• Willingness and ability to work an 8-hour shift on a rotational or swing schedule, including nights and weekends as required.
• Strong adherence to safety procedures and proper use of personal protective equipment.
• Reliability, strong work ethic, and willingness to perform a variety of tasks as needed.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 1+ year of farm or construction experience preferred.
• Experience with machine operation or machine operating in a production environment.
• Experience in assembly, production line work, or construction is beneficial.
• Comfort working in dusty, hot, cold, and somewhat dark environments.
• Ability to adapt to changing schedules, including rotating swing shifts with varying start times.
• Interest in long-term employment with the goal of converting from temporary to direct hire.
• Openness to future growth into roles such as equipment operation, maintenance, machine operation, or lead/supervisory positions.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a stable, long-term opportunity with clear paths for advancement in a large and well-established organization. Once hired directly, you receive union-style benefits without paying union dues, including yearly raises and bonuses, paid holidays, and two weeks of paid time off. You can bid for different shifts to better align with your lifestyle and take advantage of sign-on and referral bonuses. The organization invests in its workforce through continuing education opportunities, community outreach programs, and employee resource groups, fostering a supportive culture focused on growth, development, and work-life balance. The rotating swing shift structure can provide a unique balance, allowing time for rest and personal life while still gaining consistent full-time hours.

Work Environment

The work takes place in a large industrial plant that processes powdered soy products. The environment can be dusty, with soy powder present throughout the facility, and may have strong odors in certain areas. Temperatures vary significantly with the seasons, becoming very hot in warmer months and very cold in colder months, and the facility can be somewhat dark in places. You will work an 8-hour shift on a rotational or swing schedule, which may include a seven-day swing or rotational pattern. Initial onboarding hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for the first two days, followed by training shifts from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. After training, you will typically move to either one of three standard shifts or a rotating swing shift schedule, commonly consisting of two days from 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., two days from 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., and one day from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., followed by two days off. This rotation can offer a mix of overnight, afternoon, and daytime hours, allowing time between shifts to rest and maintain personal commitments. The dress code is casual but safety-focused: you must wear jeans and long sleeves at all times. You are required to supply your own steel-toed boots, eye protection, ear protection, and gloves. Dust masks and face shields may be worn as needed. Once hired directly, you may be fitted for a PAPRS mask depending on your department and exposure levels. The role requires consistent adherence to safety standards and comfort working in a physically demanding, industrial setting.

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

The pay range for this position is $19.50 - $21.25/hr.

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 Des Moines,IA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 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.