Entry Level Production Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: General Production Worker

Job Description

This role supports a high-volume food production facility by handling bulk product, operating basic production equipment, and ensuring products are properly bagged, sealed, and prepared for shipment. The position involves frequent lifting of bags weighing between 30 and 100 pounds and requires strong attention to detail, adherence to safety and quality standards, and the ability to work efficiently on a fast-paced production line.

Responsibilities

• Handle and move bulk bags of product weighing between 30 and 100 pounds throughout the shift.
• Read ingredient labels carefully and accurately count the number of bags on each pallet to ensure correct inventory and order fulfillment.
• Stack bags of product as they come off the production line, maintaining stable and organized pallets.
• Seal bags of product as they come off the production line, ensuring each bag is properly closed and ready for shipment or further processing.

Essential Skills

• Ability to perform general production work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Capability to frequently lift and handle bags weighing between 30 and 100 pounds safely and consistently.
• Attention to detail when reading ingredient labels and counting bags on pallets.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Comfort working in a food production environment where powder and food particles may be present in the air.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a production team and communicate clearly with coworkers and supervisors.
• Interest in long-term employment with opportunities for progression in pay and responsibilities.

Why Work Here?

Team members benefit from a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision options, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, and company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage. A 401(k) retirement plan with a 4% company match supports long-term financial security, while a tuition reimbursement program encourages ongoing education and development. Health and wellness programs, including wellness incentives and an Employee Assistance Program, promote overall well-being.

Work Environment

This role is based in a food production facility that handles powdered products, where food particles may be present in the air in certain areas. The environment is structured, safety-focused, and fast-paced, with production lines operating on a Monday through Thursday schedule for both 1st shift (5:45 AM – 4:15 PM) and 2nd shift (4:00 PM – 2:30 AM). The facility emphasizes adherence to safety and food quality standards while working with production and press equipment.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tomah, WI.

The pay range for this position is $19.37 - $19.37/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 Tomah,WI.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 4, 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.

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.