General Production Worker | Urgent Hiring | Pay - 15$ To 17$

General Production Worker – 2nd & 3rd Shift

Job Overview

We are hiring General Production Workers to support our food manufacturing team on 2nd and 3rd shifts . In this role, you will help prepare, portion, and package frozen food products in a fast-paced production environment. This is a great opportunity for individuals with manufacturing, production, warehouse, or food processing experience.

Key Responsibilities

Production & Packaging

• Place products and pans on conveyor lines.
• Align products on conveyor belts for smooth processing.
• Load and unload products from racks.
• Move racks, skids, and materials throughout the production area.
• Remove products from racks and prepare them for packaging.
• Remove wax paper and inspect products for quality.
• Build boxes, pack products, and prepare shipments.
• Apply labels and stickers to finished products.
• Feed boxes into labeling and packaging equipment.
• Follow all food safety, quality, and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) standards.

General Duties

• Work safely around production, slicing, pressing, and packaging equipment.
• Maintain product quality and accurate labeling.
• Keep work areas clean and organized.
• Adapt to changing production needs and tasks.
• Stand for extended periods and perform lifting duties as required.

For Production Coordinator Positions Only

• Set up and operate production machines.
• Assign and guide team members during production.
• Monitor workflow and productivity.
• Complete production reports and communicate updates to leadership.

Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing, production, warehouse, or food processing experience preferred.
• Ability to stand for 8+ hours per shift.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs regularly and up to 75 lbs with assistance.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Basic math skills.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Food manufacturing or bakery experience.
• Packaging, packing, or general labor experience.
• Experience operating production machinery.
• Forklift experience.
• Experience in GMP or cleanroom environments.
• Leadership experience for Production Coordinator roles.

Schedule

2nd Shift: Monday – Friday, 5:00 PM – 1:30 AM

3rd Shift: Overnight shift (Monday – Friday)

Shift schedules may vary based on production needs.

Work Environment

• Food manufacturing facility handling frozen products.
• Fast-paced production setting.
• Frequent standing, lifting, bending, and movement.
• Work in cool or cold environments.
• Required to wear non-slip, oil-resistant shoes and follow all safety guidelines.

Why Join Us?

• Contract-to-hire opportunity with long-term career potential.
• Stable work environment with growth opportunities.
• Cross-training available across multiple production areas.
• Shift differential pay opportunities.
• Additional pay and responsibilities available for Production Coordinators.
• Sign-on and retention bonuses available for eligible 3rd shift employees after hire.

Apply today to start your career in a growing food manufacturing environment!

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

The pay range for this position is $15.00 - $17.00/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 Reading,PA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 3, 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.