General Production Worker

Job Title: Batch Technician Job Description

The Batch Technician supports a small production team by accurately batching frozen ingredients into large mixers to manufacture a variety of hot sauces. This role combines physical work, computer-guided batching, and preparation tasks in a clean, food-production environment with consistent spice and vinegar odors.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with supervisors to add frozen ingredients into large production mixers to manufacture different types of hot sauces.

• Use a computer to read and interpret recipes, ingredient lists, and batching materials for each production run.

• Collect and stage the correct bags and boxes of frozen ingredients for each batch, ensuring accuracy and completeness.

• Mix batches correctly according to established recipes and procedures, maintaining consistency and quality.

• Lift and unpack boxes of frozen ingredients, including peppers, vegetables, and other materials, weighing approximately 30–50 lbs on a consistent basis.

• Follow detailed instructions and production schedules to prepare for future batches and keep production running smoothly.

• Monitor batches during production and adjust tasks as needed to support ongoing operations.

• Use downtime after physical tasks to complete assigned preparation work, organizing materials and staging ingredients for upcoming runs.

• Clean work areas regularly, including removing and disposing of packaging materials and maintaining a tidy production space.

• Perform general production and packing duties as needed to support overall plant operations.

• Follow all food safety, cleanliness, and plant procedures while working in a clean, food-producing environment.

• Complete any other duties assigned by supervisors to support production goals and timelines.

Essential Skills

• Proven ability to work in a physical environment requiring lifting 30–50 lbs regularly.

• Experience working in a general production environment.

• Ability and willingness to lift 50 lbs consistently.

• Basic knowledge of interacting with computers to read and follow recipes and batching instructions.

• Ability to follow instructions correctly and consistently.

• Demonstrated good job tenure and reliability in previous roles.

• Willingness to work in a clean, food-producing environment with consistent odors from vegetables, vinegars, and multiple types of spices.

• Previous experience working overnight or non-standard shifts.

• Comfort working in a colder production environment with spice and vinegar odors.

• Ability to work collaboratively with production associates and supervisors across different shifts.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Interest in learning and cross-training on different equipment throughout the plant.

• Willingness to be trained into the role and follow structured processes and procedures.

• Comfort working in a smaller production team environment.

• Flexibility to work overtime and some Saturdays as needed based on production demands.

Why Work Here?

The organization offers an excellence program that provides opportunities to cross-train on equipment throughout the plant, helping employees build and expand their skill sets. Pay increases align with certifications earned, rewarding continuous learning and development. Team members work in a close-knit environment with opportunities to grow, gain broader production experience, and advance their careers through hands-on training and recognized achievements.

Work Environment

This role is based in a general production facility that operates multiple shifts with a team of approximately a few dozen employees. There is one opening on 1st shift, scheduled Monday through Friday from 4:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with some Saturdays as needed. A 2nd shift runs Monday through Friday from 1:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., also with some Saturday work, and overtime may be more frequent during busy periods. The production area is a colder environment with noticeable spice and vinegar odors, consistent with a hot sauce and food-production setting. Employees work with many production associates throughout the plant, with people coming in and out across different shifts. The facility is clean and focused on food safety, and team members are expected to maintain tidy work areas and adhere to plant procedures and cleanliness standards.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Marcos, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in San Marcos,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 7, 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.