Manufacturing Production Laborer - DAY SHIFT

Job Title: General Production Worker Job Description

The General Production Worker is responsible for the hands-on creation and packaging of meat products in a fast-paced, temperature-controlled production facility. This role focuses on maintaining consistent product quality, operating industrial equipment, and following established safety and sanitation standards while working as part of a collaborative production team.

Handle and process high-quality meats and sausages to maintain a consistent and reliable production flow.

Place sausage links into Multivac packers and operate packaging machinery to ensure accurate and efficient packing of products.

Move and navigate full and empty trolleys through the production area to support continuous production operations.

Transfer product from sticks into sausage cutters and operate cutting equipment according to established procedures.

Visually inspect meat products for quality, identify items that are out of specification, and place them into designated rework bins.

Maintain a clean and organized work area, removing debris such as meat and blood, and follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) at all times.

Set up and operate industrial machines such as cutters, metal detectors, and other production line equipment safely and efficiently.

Follow recipes and production instructions with precision, including accurate weighing of ingredients and proper labeling of products.

Communicate effectively with co-workers and supervisors to coordinate tasks, meet daily production goals, and support overall team performance.

Adhere to all safety, sanitation, and quality control procedures while working in a physically demanding, cold food production environment.

Ability to stand, walk, bend, and stoop for long periods throughout the entire shift.

Effective teamwork and communication skills to collaborate with co-workers and supervisors in a production setting.

Ability to work in a fast-paced general production environment and perform physically demanding tasks.

Understanding and application of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) in a food production facility.

Basic mechanical aptitude to operate cutters, metal detectors, and other general production and packing equipment.

High school diploma or GED is preferred but not always required.

Previous experience in food production, meat processing, or warehouse environments is typically preferred.

Food Handler Certificate is frequently required or considered an asset.

Experience with general labor and general production work in cold storage or meat cutting operations.

Familiarity with packing processes and working on a production line in a cold food environment.

Willingness to learn and participate in on-the-job training for equipment operation and production procedures.

Employees benefit from a supportive production environment that offers medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with opportunities for on-the-job training and skill development. The company promotes teamwork, clear processes, and a focus on safety and quality, creating a stable workplace where individuals can grow their experience in food production and general labor.

This role is based in a cold food production facility where temperatures typically range between 30 and 45 degrees. Work is performed on the 1st shift from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM, Monday through Friday. Team members work around meat cutting, packing, and general production equipment, including cutters, metal detectors, Multivac packers, and other machinery used on the production line. Employees follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and standard safety procedures appropriate for a cold storage meat processing operation.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Miami, FL.

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.

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)

Application Deadline

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. 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.

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.