General Production Worker

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: General Production Worker Job Description

This role works in a production environment with a primary focus on cleaning ink splatter from machines and surrounding areas to maintain a safe, clean, and contamination-free facility. The position involves hands-on work with ink totes, floors, and walls, using basic hand tools and cleaning equipment to remove dried ink and residue while supporting overall production operations.

Responsibilities

• Clean ink splatter from production machines, including all accessible surfaces, to maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Clean floors, walls, and other surfaces in the production area to prevent contamination and maintain housekeeping standards.
• Spray out ink totes thoroughly to remove ink residue and prevent cross-contamination of products.
• Use basic hand tools to scrape and remove excess dried ink material from totes, walls, and floors.
• Lift and move products weighing 40–50 pounds consistently from the floor and other areas as needed.
• Perform general labor and production support tasks such as organizing materials, assisting with ink-related processes, and maintaining a tidy workspace.
• Carry out janitorial and cleaning duties in and around the production area, including power washing when required.
• Follow safety procedures and guidelines while working with cleaning tools, ink materials, and production equipment.
• Use basic math skills to complete measurements and calculate various metric systems for weighing product and verifying correct quantities.
• Collaborate with team members to support production goals and maintain a positive, safety-focused work environment.

Essential Skills

• 1 to 2 years of experience in general production, warehouse, labor, or cleaning roles.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds consistently and safely.
• Ability to meet physical demands such as frequent bending, lifting, and moving products throughout the shift.
• Experience performing general labor tasks in a production, warehouse, or similar environment.
• Ability to operate basic hand tools for scraping and cleaning dried ink and other residues.
• Ability to use basic math to complete measurements and calculate various metric systems for weighing product and ensuring accurate measurements.
• Comfort working in an ink manufacturing or similar industrial environment with cleaning and janitorial responsibilities.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Production janitorial experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Prior janitorial or cleaning experience in a facility, warehouse, or production environment.
• Previous general production experience supporting manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with power washing equipment and industrial cleaning methods.
• Experience in environments related to ink production, packaging, or print media is a plus.

Why Work Here?

The organization operates in a high-demand industry that supports essential packaging for food and sanitization products, providing strong business stability and growth. Team culture is a core focus, with an emphasis on collaboration and respect across different production teams. Employees can benefit from long-term employment opportunities, competitive benefits, and access to a 401(k) plan, supporting both career development and financial well-being.

Work Environment

The work takes place in an ink manufacturing facility that supports a range of industries, including flexible packaging, liquid food packaging, paper and board packaging, plastic tubes, digital printing, and print media. The ink produced is used in products such as chip bags and candy wrappers and is shipped to other facilities for application. This is a first-shift position, working Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with no overtime required. The role involves regular physical activity, including lifting, bending, and moving products, as well as working with cleaning tools, power washing equipment, and ink-related materials. Safety boots are required while on the production floor and can be provided by the employer.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Des Moines, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $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 Des Moines,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 17, 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.

\nCompany 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.

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.