General Production Worker

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Production Worker Job Description

This role focuses on operating and supporting highly automated packaging and filling lines in a food and chemical manufacturing environment. You will work on dip and dressing lines, ensure products are correctly packaged and labeled, and help maintain smooth, efficient production across multiple shifts.

• Operate and monitor packaging lines and machinery, including dip and dressing lines, to ensure consistent product flow.
• Package lids, bowls, bottles, and finished goods according to established procedures and quality standards.
• Inspect products and packaging for defects, accuracy, and overall quality, taking corrective action as needed.
• Check labels for correctness, placement, and legibility to ensure compliance with product specifications.
• Keep product flowing on the lines by clearing minor issues, organizing materials, and maintaining work pace.
• Unjam lines and troubleshoot basic mechanical or flow issues to minimize downtime.
• Assist with changeovers between different product lines, including staging materials and adjusting equipment settings.
• Monitor packaging and filling lines for performance, safety, and quality, and promptly report any concerns.
• Lift boxes onto pallets, stack product safely, and prepare loads for shipment.
• Wrap pallets securely to ensure safe transport and storage of finished goods.
• Use computers comfortably to verify and print orders and manage basic production documentation.
• Work with EPJS and RF scanners to track materials, orders, and inventory within the production environment.
• Follow all safety, cleanliness, and operational procedures on a temperature-controlled production floor.
• Collaborate with team members and leads to meet production goals and maintain a smooth workflow across shifts.

• Packaging line experience of 2–3 years in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Manufacturing experience of at least 2 years in a production or general labor role.
• Proven ability to operate production and packaging machinery for a minimum of 2 years.
• Experience with packaging processes, including filling, labeling, and sealing.
• Ability to perform staging of materials and products to support continuous line operation.
• Capability to lift up to 50 lbs repeatedly during the shift.
• Hands-on experience with product inspections and basic quality checks.
• Comfort working in food or chemical production environments (strongly preferred).
• Proficiency using computers for verifying and printing orders and basic data entry.
• Ability to use EPJS and RF scanners for picking, material handling, and inventory tracking.
• Reliability in general production and general labor tasks, including loading and material handling.
• Willingness and ability to wear steel-toed boots and follow all safety guidelines.

• Background in foods or chemical manufacturing environments is preferred.
• Experience with setups and changeovers on packaging or production lines.
• Familiarity with material handling, picking, and staging in a smaller facility setting.
• Comfort working in a three-shift operation and adapting to different shift schedules.
• Strong attention to detail for inspections, labeling, and overall product quality.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a production team.

Employees join a profitable, consistently busy operation that offers clear opportunities for growth into senior operator and lead roles. The environment supports advancement with the potential for pay increases upon conversion and ongoing development into higher-level positions. Team members enjoy a clean cafeteria and common areas, discounted products from the facility, and the benefits of working with highly automated machinery in a stable, well-run operation.

The role is based on a normal production floor in a temperature-controlled facility with approximately 110 employees. The operation runs across three shifts: first shift from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., second shift from 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., and third shift from 10:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. Sunday through Thursday nights. The facility features cleaner common areas and a nice cafeteria where employees can purchase products at discounted rates. Machinery is highly automated, and team members work with EPJS, RF scanners, and standard production equipment. Steel-toed boots are required, and employees follow established safety and cleanliness standards throughout the production floor.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Thornton, IL.

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/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 Thornton,IL.

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

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.