General Production Worker

The General Production Worker supports day-to-day manufacturing operations by palletizing and shrink-wrapping products, cleaning and sanitizing workstations, and handling materials throughout the production area. This role involves moving and weighing product, accurately recording digital weight measurements, and performing physically demanding tasks in a fast-paced food production environment while following strict safety and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).

Responsibilities

• Palletize finished product and securely shrink-wrap pallets for safe storage and transport.
• Clean and sanitize workstations and surrounding areas to maintain a safe and hygienic production environment.
• Move product and materials using a manual pallet jack throughout the production and warehouse areas.
• Weigh product on a small digital scale and accurately read, record, and document weight data.
• Handle and move filled bags that can weigh up to 50 lbs in accordance with company safety policies.
• Work with a partner to move any items over 50 lbs, following established team-lift procedures.
• Push and pull large bowls on wheels weighing up to 1,000 lbs and successfully move at least eight bowls per shift.
• Perform repetitive, physically demanding tasks while standing for extended periods during 8–12 hour shifts.
• Follow all safety protocols and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), including hygiene and contamination-prevention procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work area to support smooth production flow.
• Participate in on-site orientation and follow all training and operational instructions provided by supervisors.

• Recent experience working in a general labor, construction, manufacturing, or similar general labor environment within the last 5 years.
• At least 1 year of continuous employment with the same company within the last 5 years.
• Ability to stand and work on your feet for 8–12 hour shifts.
• Capability to lift and move bags weighing up to 50 lbs safely and repeatedly.
• Physical strength and stamina to push and pull wheeled bowls weighing up to 1,000 lbs multiple times per shift.
• Comfort working in a physically demanding, fast-paced production or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to accurately read and record digital weight measurements.
• Strong adherence to safety rules and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).

• Previous experience in food production, food manufacturing, or packaging environments.
• Background in production line work, assembly, machine operation, or general production.
• Familiarity with basic manufacturing processes and material handling tools such as manual pallet jacks.
• Attention to detail when recording weights and completing production-related documentation.
• Reliability and consistency in attendance to support rotating night shift operations.

You will join a small, close-knit team in a family-like environment where safety and quality are top priorities. The organization emphasizes strong Good Manufacturing Practices, clear expectations, and structured on-site orientation to set you up for success. The rotating night shift schedule provides predictable patterns of days on and off, supporting work-life balance for those who prefer extended time off between work periods.

Work Environment

The role is based in a small-town, family-style facility with approximately 30 full-time employees, fostering a collaborative and supportive atmosphere. You will work in a food manufacturing environment where safety and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) are strictly enforced. The dress code includes steel-toed boots, hair net, eye protection, jeans, shirt, bump cap, and lab coat. Employees must follow strict hygiene and contamination-control rules, including no smoking or tobacco products on-site, no perfume or cologne, no fingernail polish, no jewelry of any kind, and no piercings. Clothing must be free of rips, tears, holes, or added embellishments. Temperatures can be hot in the summer, with some manufacturing rooms reaching up to 90 degrees, while conditions are comfortable in the winter. The position operates on a rotating night shift from 6:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. (3 days on, 2 days off, 2 days on, 2 days off, 3 days on, 2 days off, and so on). New hires complete a 3–4 hour on-site orientation, and depending on the shift schedule, may begin work immediately after orientation or on a subsequent scheduled shift.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Albert Lea, MN.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $19.50/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 Albert Lea,MN.

This position is anticipated to close on May 12, 2026.

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.