Production Associate

Job Title: Production Associate Job Description The Production Associate performs hands‑on food processing, grading, and packaging in a temperature‑controlled, cold‑storage environment. You will work on an assembly line to prepare seafood products according to strict quality, safety, and hygiene standards while maintaining efficient production flow and accurate labeling. Responsibilities Cut, clean, trim, and portion seafood products according to established company specifications and quality standards. Sort and grade raw materials and finished goods by size, weight, and quality to ensure consistency and compliance with production requirements. Place products into trays, bags, or boxes and operate automated vacuum machinery to seal packages securely. Apply accurate labels to finished retail and wholesale packages, including weight, date, and product information. Follow strict Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) guidelines during all processing and packaging activities. Maintain high standards of hygiene by using required personal protective equipment and following sanitation procedures at all times. Clean and sanitize work surfaces, tools, and machinery daily to prevent cross-contamination and maintain a safe food production environment. Monitor products and equipment during production and immediately report any machinery malfunctions or product quality issues to supervision. Work efficiently on a moving conveyor line, performing fast‑paced and repetitive tasks while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail. Handle crates and boxes safely by lifting, pushing, and pulling them as needed to support continuous production flow. Essential Skills Experience in production, general labor, or general production environments. Ability to follow strict food safety procedures, including Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). Capability to maintain high standards of hygiene and consistently wear required personal protective equipment such as hairnets, smocks, gloves, and boots. Physical ability to work long shifts in refrigerated rooms maintained between 30 and 40 degrees. Stamina to stand and walk on concrete floors for the duration of an 8-to-10-hour shift. Strength to routinely lift, push, and pull crates or boxes weighing up to 50 pounds. Manual dexterity to perform fast‑paced, repetitive hand and wrist movements on a moving conveyor line. Attention to detail to ensure accurate packaging, labeling, and quality grading. Ability to recognize and promptly report machinery malfunctions or product quality issues. Additional Skills & Qualifications Previous experience in food processing, seafood handling, or cold‑storage production environments. Familiarity with operating automated vacuum packaging machinery. Comfort working in a structured, process‑driven environment with established production targets. Strong reliability and punctuality to support continuous production operations. Willingness to learn and follow detailed procedures for safety, sanitation, and quality control. Why Work Here? You will join a team‑focused production environment that values safety, consistency, and quality in every step of the process. The role offers stable, hands‑on work in a well‑organized facility with clear procedures and expectations. You will gain valuable experience in food manufacturing, develop practical skills in processing and packaging, and work within a culture that emphasizes cleanliness, accountability, and teamwork. Work Environment This role is based in a temperature‑controlled, refrigerated facility where rooms are maintained between 30 and 40 degrees. You will work on an assembly line and moving conveyor systems, performing repetitive tasks throughout 8-to-10-hour shifts while standing and walking on concrete floors. The environment involves regular handling of seafood products and operation of automated vacuum packaging machinery. Personal protective equipment, including hairnets, smocks, gloves, and boots, is mandatory and provided to support hygiene and safety standards. The work setting is fast‑paced, structured, and focused on meeting production targets while maintaining strict food safety and sanitation requirements. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Doral, FL. 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 & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post‑tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long‑term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Doral, FL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026. Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Doral,FL. 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. 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