General Production Worker

Job Title: General Production Worker

Job Description

As a General Production Worker, you will be responsible for setting up and operating machines, collecting product samples using a forklift, and managing the movement of products to various stages such as storage, shipping, processing, or packaging. Your duties also include making labels, filling drums with material to the correct weight, closing containers, placing labels, stacking, and transporting them to storage areas. Your role requires regular lifting of up to 50 lbs, with Plant #1 being more physically demanding, whereas Plant #3 is more automated and requires patience due to potential downtime.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate machines.

• Collect product samples using a forklift.

• Turn valves and start pumps to move products to storage, shipping, processing, or packaging.

• Make and apply labels.

• Fill drums with material to the correct weight or measurement.

• Close containers, place labels, stack, and transport to storage areas.

• Observe machines to ensure quality.

• Regularly lift up to 50 lbs.

Essential Skills

• Experience in production, general production, and as a machine operator.

• Forklift operation proficiency.

• Knowledge of food manufacturing processes.

• Understanding of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• +1 year of food manufacturing experience preferred.

• Open to candidates with good work history without food manufacturing experience.

Why Work Here?

You will receive a 90-day performance review, making you eligible for a $1/hour raise based on performance and attendance. There are skill-based bonuses around proficiency, efficiency, and consistency. After one year without any days off, you'll earn 14 PTO days, with additional PTO earned monthly for perfect attendance.

Work Environment

The work environment consists of two main facilities: Plant #1, which is physically demanding, and Plant #3, which is more automated. At Plant #1, shifts run from 5 am to 3 pm or 6 am to 4 pm, Monday through Thursday, with frequent overtime on Fridays. The Material Handler schedule is from 8 am to 4 pm, Monday to Friday. At Plant #3, the first shift runs from 4:45 am to 12:45 pm, and the second shift from 12:30 pm to 8:30 pm. Shifts can end 30 minutes to 2 hours later based on daily production needs. The facility operates under food manufacturing standards, requiring hair nets, beard nets, and adherence to GMP procedures.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of NEW BERLIN, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38500.80 - $44740.80/yr.

• Medical, dental & vision

• 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

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in NEW BERLIN,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 15, 2026.

About Aerotek

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 meets 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 solving for 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.

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.