General Production Worker

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: General Production Worker Job Description

This role supports a food manufacturing facility by trimming, cutting, and packaging food products for shipment. You will work on a production line in a refrigerated environment, handling raw materials and performing physical tasks throughout your shift to help maintain consistent product quality and safe, efficient operations.

• Trim, cut, and prepare food products according to established specifications and safety standards.
• Package finished food products for shipment, ensuring proper labeling, sealing, and presentation.
• Work with raw food materials while following all food safety and hygiene procedures.
• Operate within a production line environment, maintaining a steady workflow and meeting production targets.
• Lift and move products and materials weighing 60+ pounds as part of daily tasks.
• Stand and work on your feet for the duration of an 8-hour shift in a refrigerated environment.
• Use required personal protective equipment (PPE) correctly and consistently to ensure personal and product safety.
• Follow standard operating procedures and instructions from supervisors to maintain quality and safety.
• Inspect products for quality, identifying and removing items that do not meet standards.
• Collaborate with a team of approximately 20 colleagues to support smooth production operations.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, adhering to sanitation and housekeeping requirements.
• Demonstrate reliability, punctuality, and a positive attitude toward learning new tasks and processes.

• Ability to lift 60+ pounds safely and repeatedly.
• Comfort working in a cold, refrigerated environment around 4045 degrees.
• Ability to stand and work on your feet for an 8-hour shift.
• Strong attention to detail when trimming, cutting, and packaging products.
• Willingness to learn new tasks and processes and stay engaged in the work.
• Comfort working with raw food products in a manufacturing setting.

• Previous manufacturing or production experience is preferred.
• Experience working in food processing or food manufacturing environments is an advantage.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced setting.
• Basic understanding of food safety and sanitation practices is beneficial.

You will join a collaborative production team where reliability, teamwork, and a strong work ethic are valued. The environment offers the opportunity to build hands-on manufacturing experience, develop new skills, and contribute directly to the production of high-quality food products. You can expect a structured setting with clear expectations, consistent hours, and the chance to grow your capabilities in a supportive, team-oriented workplace.

The role is based in a refrigerated food manufacturing facility maintained at approximately 4045 degrees, where you will work closely with a team of about 20 people. The position involves frequent heavy lifting of 60+ pounds, standing for full 8-hour shifts, and working directly with raw food products on a production line. You will use various forms of personal protective equipment (PPE) as part of standard safety and hygiene practices, and you can expect a physically demanding, fast-paced environment focused on cleanliness, safety, and consistent product quality.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of New Gloucester, ME.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $21.50/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 Contract to Hire position based out of New Gloucester, ME.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 17, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in New Gloucester,ME.

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.