1st Shift Production Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: 1st Shift Production Associate Job Description

The 1st Shift Production Associate works on the production line in a food manufacturing environment, following all safety and SFQ rules to ensure consistent, high-quality output. This role involves general production and labor tasks, including stacking and handling baked goods, while maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient work area.

Responsibilities

• Work on the production line in a food manufacturing environment, performing assigned tasks efficiently and accurately.
• Follow all safety and SFQ (Safe Food Quality) rules and procedures at all times.
• Handle general production and general labor duties, including stacking and organizing products as needed.
• Carefully follow instructions from supervisors or leads to complete daily production goals.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area to support safe and efficient operations.
• Stand for extended periods while performing repetitive production tasks.
• Lift up to 40 pounds and perform physical activities such as bending, stooping, and reaching throughout the shift.
• Adapt to working conditions in a wet, slippery environment and maintain awareness to prevent accidents.
• Work collaboratively with team members and communicate any issues or concerns to the supervisor or lead.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures related to quality, safety, and production standards.

Essential Skills

• Ability to follow instructions carefully and work diligently under supervision.
• Comfort working in a food manufacturing production line environment.
• Ability to stand for extended periods during a 5:30 pm to 5:00 am shift.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds safely and repeatedly.
• Ability to bend, stoop, and reach throughout the shift.
• Comfort working in environments that vary in temperature and can be wet and slippery.
• Willingness to work 1st shift hours from 5:30 pm to 5:00 am, Monday through Saturday.
• Ability to work safely and consistently follow safety and SFQ rules.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• No specialized training required; on-the-job training provided under the direct supervision of a supervisor or lead.
• Previous experience in production, food manufacturing, or general labor is helpful but not required.
• Experience with stacking, general production, or working on a production line is a plus.
• Strong work ethic and reliability, including consistent attendance and punctuality.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers consistent overtime of more than 10 hours per week, allowing you to significantly increase your earnings. You can enjoy taking home baked goods, adding a unique and tangible perk to your workday. Paid holidays are provided, supporting work-life balance and offering time to rest and recharge. You will join a team-oriented environment where your hard work and dedication are valued.

Work Environment

The role is based in a food manufacturing facility with a hot production environment. The temperature inside can be 20–30 degrees hotter than the outside temperature, so workers should be comfortable working in heat. The area can be wet and slippery, requiring careful movement and adherence to safety practices. The shift runs from 5:30 pm to 5:00 am, Monday through Saturday, providing a consistent overnight schedule. Production associates work under the direct supervision of a supervisor or lead and are part of a structured, process-driven environment focused on safety, quality, and productivity. Dress code typically requires appropriate work attire suitable for a hot, wet production floor, with necessary safety gear as provided or required.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Omaha, NE.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Omaha,NE.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 18, 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.