Production Associate - 1st & 2nd - Reading, PA

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: General Production Worker

Job Description

This role supports multiple production departments in a frozen food and dessert manufacturing facility. General Production Workers help process, finish, portion, and package frozen products by working on conveyor lines, operating around production equipment, and handling products and materials throughout the production process. The position requires strong attention to detail, the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and the flexibility to perform a variety of tasks across different production areas and shifts.

Responsibilities

• Process frozen products in the makeup area by placing pans and products on conveyor lines and aligning products on conveyor belts.
• Load products into racks and move racks to tempering rooms or other production lines as needed.
• Work around depositing and pressing equipment and safely move skids of product within the production area.
• Finish and decorate desserts by removing products from racks, placing them on the line, and aligning them on conveyor belts.
• Perform various finishing and decorating tasks to apply the final finish to products according to quality standards.
• Rack products that require rework and case finished products for shipment or further processing.
• Portion and package frozen products by depanning items, removing wax paper, and aligning products on conveyor belts.
• Load products into carriers, build boxes, place collars on products, close boxes, and load cardboard containers into equipment.
• Operate and work around slicing and packaging equipment, including putting boxes through labelers and placing stickers on boxes.
• Case products and move skids of product to designated areas while maintaining product quality and safety.
• Participate and train in all areas of the finishing process to support cross-functional production needs.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and food safety procedures at all times in a food manufacturing environment.
• Use basic math skills to track timing, temperatures, and document volume baking and production data as required.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and support general labor, packing, and assembly tasks on the production line.
• Adapt quickly to changing tasks, priorities, and production demands in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
• Demonstrate reliability by arriving on time, minimizing unscheduled absences, and displaying flexibility in work assignments.

Essential Skills

• Previous production experience in a manufacturing, food manufacturing, bakery, or similar environment.
• Ability to stand for 8 or more hours per day while performing repetitive production and packaging tasks.
• Ability to carry up to 25 lbs and lift up to 75 lbs with assistance, with short-term accommodation for a 10 lb lifting restriction when needed.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing tasks and work effectively in a fast-paced production environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality and food safety.
• Ability to read, write, and converse in English to follow instructions, documentation, and safety guidelines.
• Ability to meet Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) requirements in a food manufacturing environment.
• Basic mathematical skills for timing, temperature monitoring, and documenting production or volume baking information.
• Reliability and flexibility in accepting various work assignments and shift needs.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working on production lines, including mixing, batching, and assembly tasks.
• Experience in bakery, food production, or retail food operations.
• Familiarity with packaging machines, corrugated packaging, and general packaging processes.
• Experience operating or working around manufacturing and slicing equipment in a production environment.
• Comfort performing general labor, packing, picking, and general production tasks as needed.
• Willingness to participate in cross-training across makeup, finishing, portioning, and other production areas.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers a clear path from contract to hire, allowing you to demonstrate your skills and grow into a long-term role. You can choose from multiple shifts to align with your schedule and gain broad experience across different production areas in a food manufacturing environment. The organization values reliability, flexibility, and quality, and provides ongoing training so you can build your capabilities and advance your career in manufacturing.

Work Environment

The role is based in a frozen food and dessert manufacturing facility with production lines, depositing and pressing equipment, slicing and packaging machinery, and conveyor systems. Work is fast paced and involves standing for extended periods, repetitive motions, and regular lifting and carrying of products and materials. Team members work in areas where frozen products are processed, finished, portioned, and packaged, following strict Good Manufacturing Practices and food safety standards. Multiple full-time shifts are available, including first, second, and third shift production and temporary pool assignments, scheduled Monday through Friday. Employees must wear non-slip, oil-resistant shoes and adhere to all safety and dress requirements. Consistent, on-time attendance is essential, particularly during the temporary period leading up to hire.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Reading, PA.

The pay range for this position is $15.00 - $17.00/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 Contract to Hire position based out of Reading, PA.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 24, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Reading,PA.

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.