Production Worker

This role focuses on handling and preparing 55-gallon drums for cleaning and shipment within a large factory environment. You unload empty drums from trailers, place them onto conveyor lines, and support the mechanical washing process. After cleaning, you stack the drums on pallets in the shipping area while maintaining consistent quality checks and adhering to safety and productivity standards throughout a 10-hour day shift.

Responsibilities

• Unload empty 55-gallon drums, weighing approximately 30–35 pounds each, from trailers and place them onto the conveyor line.
• Separate and place drum lids onto their designated conveyor line.
• Monitor drums as they move through a series of mechanical washing stations to ensure proper processing.
• Stack cleaned drums onto pallets in the final shipping area in a neat and stable manner.
• Prepare full pallets for pickup by the shipping team and maintain an organized work area.
• Perform quality checks on drums and lids throughout the workday to ensure they meet cleanliness and product standards.
• Follow all safety procedures while lifting, moving, and stacking drums and working around washers and dryers.
• Stand and work on your feet for the duration of the 10-hour shift while maintaining productivity.
• Communicate clearly with team members and supervisors to coordinate workflow and address any issues with equipment or product quality.

• At least 6 months of factory or production work experience.
• Ability to stand for the entire 10-hour shift.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 35 pounds continuously throughout the workday.
• Strong attention to detail when performing quality checks on products.
• Capability to perform general labor tasks in a factory environment.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English to follow instructions and safety guidelines.
• Reliability and consistency in meeting attendance and productivity expectations.

• Previous experience in general labor or high-volume production settings.
• Comfort working in a warm and humid environment near industrial washers and dryers.
• Ability to work a fixed day shift schedule of 10 hours, Monday through Thursday, with occasional availability on Fridays.
• Willingness to follow established processes and adapt to changing production needs.

Employees benefit from free health coverage when hired directly, supporting overall well-being and financial peace of mind. The organization promotes a stable, consistent day-shift schedule that helps maintain work-life balance. Team members work in a collaborative environment where reliability, safety, and quality are valued, creating a supportive workplace for individuals who enjoy hands-on, active roles.

Work Environment

The role is based in a large open-space factory that uses mechanical washers and dryers to clean 55-gallon drums, resulting in a warm and humid work environment. You work a single day shift only, typically a 10-hour schedule from Monday to Thursday, 5:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with occasional work available on Fridays. The position is physically active, requiring continuous standing, frequent lifting of 30–35-pound drums, and working around moving conveyor lines. Standard industrial attire is expected, including clothing and footwear suitable for a factory setting and compliant with safety requirements.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of NEW ULM, MN.

The pay range for this position is $16.50 - $16.50/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)

This is a fully onsite position in NEW ULM,MN.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 28, 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):
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