General Laborer

Job Description

Job Description

General Production Worker– 2nd Shift

Job Description

The General Laborer on 2nd shift (2:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.) supports daily operations in a frozen food manufacturing and warehouse facility. This role performs a wide range of physical, hands-on tasks including material handling, sanitation, packaging support, and palletizing, while consistently maintaining safety, quality, and food safety standards in refrigerated and freezer environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of general labor duties throughout the facility as assigned to support production and warehouse operations.
• Move raw materials, packaging supplies, and finished products between work areas to ensure continuous workflow.
• Stack, sort, organize, and palletize products and materials according to established procedures.
• Assist with loading and unloading trucks, materials, and deliveries in a safe and efficient manner.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe production, warehouse, and storage areas throughout the shift.
• Remove trash, scrap materials, and other waste from work areas and dispose of them properly.
• Assist with sanitation and cleaning of equipment, workstations, and facility areas to support food safety and quality standards.
• Support production teams by supplying materials, staging product, and removing completed pallets from work areas.
• Operate pallet jacks and other material handling equipment as trained and authorized.
• Follow all company safety policies, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), OSHA regulations, and food safety procedures at all times.
• Work safely in refrigerated and freezer environments, using appropriate protective gear and following temperature-related safety guidelines.
• Report damaged products, safety concerns, and equipment issues promptly to supervisors or designated personnel.
• Assist with inventory movement, product storage, and general facility support duties as operational needs require.
• Collaborate with team members and support other departments as needed to meet daily and weekly operational goals.
• Adapt to changing priorities and perform other duties as assigned to ensure smooth facility operations.

Essential Skills

• Ability to work comfortably and safely in cold, refrigerated, and freezer environments.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds on a regular basis throughout the shift.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and perform physically demanding tasks for extended periods.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and consistent attendance.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and established procedures.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a collaborative team.
• Commitment to workplace safety, food safety, and quality standards.
• Strong attention to detail when handling products, materials, and equipment.
• Ability to identify safety hazards, quality concerns, or damaged materials and report issues promptly.
• Basic problem-solving skills related to material movement and general labor activities.
• Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to follow safety policies, GMP requirements, and company procedures consistently.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and maintain productivity in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication skills to share operational and safety concerns with supervisors and team members.
• Demonstrated dependability and accountability in completing assigned responsibilities.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in general labor, warehouse, manufacturing, or industrial environments preferred but not required.
• Experience working in refrigerated, freezer, or other temperature-controlled environments is a plus.
• Strong commitment to productivity and meeting operational goals.
• Willingness to assist in multiple areas of the facility as operational needs change.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced environment with routine and repetitive tasks.
• Ability to maintain accurate work practices and follow established procedures.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn and take on new tasks.
• Flexibility to support sanitation, material handling, and general facility duties as needed.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a supportive environment that offers clear opportunities for long-term growth, including the potential to transition to direct employment, receive pay increases, and participate in contract buyout options. The facility promotes work-life balance with structured 15-minute breaks every two hours and values reliability, safety, and teamwork, creating a stable setting where hard work and dedication are recognized and rewarded.

Work Environment

This role is based in a frozen food manufacturing and warehouse facility with frequent exposure to cold, refrigerated, and freezer temperatures. The position is physically demanding, requiring continuous movement, regular lifting, carrying, stacking, and material handling throughout the 2nd shift (2:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.). Team members work in a fast-paced environment that supports food production and distribution operations and must use company-provided personal protective equipment and freezer gear as needed. The workplace emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and organization, with scheduled 15-minute breaks every two hours to support health, productivity, and overall well-being.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Wilkes-Barre, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $16.00 - $16.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Wilkes-Barre,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 25, 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.

\nCompany Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.