General Production Worker

This role involves working on a production line to handle, package, and prepare products for shipment in a food manufacturing environment. You will palletize and shrink wrap products, clean and sanitize workstations, move materials using a manual pallet jack, and accurately weigh and record product information. The position is physically demanding and requires consistent attention to safety and good manufacturing practices.

• Palletize finished products and securely shrink wrap them for storage and shipment.
• 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 area and to the warehouse.
• Weigh products on a small digital scale and accurately read and record digital weight measurements.
• Handle and move filled bags that can weigh up to 50 pounds, using team lifting for items over 50 pounds in accordance with company policy.
• Push and pull large bowls on wheels that can weigh up to 1,000 pounds, ensuring at least eight bowls are moved per shift.
• Perform general production line tasks such as assembly, packaging, and machine operation as needed.
• Follow all safety procedures and good manufacturing practices (GMPs), including facility rules and hygiene standards.
• Maintain a high level of productivity while performing physically demanding tasks for extended periods.
• Support overall food production and manufacturing processes by working collaboratively with team members.

• 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 for 8 to 12 hours per shift.
• Capability to lift and move bags weighing up to 50 pounds and to perform team lifts for heavier items.
• Comfort with physically demanding work, including pushing and pulling bowls weighing up to 1,000 pounds.
• Ability to read and accurately record digital weight measurements.
• Experience with production, production line work, general labor, assembly, packaging, and general production tasks.
• Ability to follow detailed safety procedures and good manufacturing practices in a food production environment.

• Background in food production, food manufacturing, or machine operation in a manufacturing setting.
• Familiarity with packaging processes and packager responsibilities.
• Reliability and strong work ethic demonstrated through stable employment history.
• Attention to detail when handling, weighing, and recording product information.
• Willingness to adhere strictly to facility rules, including hygiene and dress code requirements.

You will join a small, close-knit team where the atmosphere feels like a family and safety is a core value. The organization emphasizes good manufacturing practices and provides a structured on-site orientation to help you succeed in your role. You can expect clear communication about your schedule, a supportive environment that values teamwork, and a stable production setting where your contribution directly supports the operation.

The facility operates in a small-town, family-like setting with around 30 full-time employees. Safety and good manufacturing practices (GMPs) are highly prioritized. The dress code includes steel-toed boots, hair net, eye protection, jeans, shirt, bump cap, and lab coat. Employees must follow strict hygiene and GMP rules, including no smoking or tobacco products on-site, no perfume or cologne, no fingernail polish, no jewelry, and no piercings. Clothing must be free of rips, tears, holes, or added embellishments. The temperature can be hot in the summer, with some manufacturing rooms reaching up to 90 degrees, while conditions are comfortable in the winter. Orientation takes place on-site over 3–4 hours, and depending on the shift schedule, work may begin the same day or shortly thereafter, with details communicated in advance.

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 Aug 24, 2026.

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.

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.