Entry Level General Production
Aerotek
Posted Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Posting ID: JP-006025082
Job Title: General Production Worker
Job Description
This role supports a high-volume food production facility by handling, packaging, and preparing powdered products on both retail and bulk production lines. You will work on various stages of the production process, including bagging, sealing, stacking, and loading products, while following safety and quality standards in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Handle bags of product on retail lines that frequently weigh between 1–20 pounds and occasionally between 21–50 pounds.
- Handle bags of product on bulk lines that frequently weigh up to 100 pounds.
- Read ingredient labels accurately and count the number of bags on each pallet to ensure correct quantities.
- Place scoops into cans, jars, or buckets and securely place lids on each container.
Essential Skills
- Ability to frequently lift and handle bags of product weighing 1–20 pounds and occasionally 21–50 pounds for retail production.
- Ability to frequently lift and handle bags of product weighing up to 100 pounds for bulk production.
- Experience in general production or general labor environments.
- Ability to read and understand ingredient labels and count bags accurately on pallets.
Why Work Here?
Employees receive structured pay increases, including a pay increase upon direct hire and an additional increase at the 12-month mark, along with a shift differential for 2nd shift. The organization offers comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and vision options, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, company-paid life insurance, and short- and long-term disability coverage. A 401(k) retirement plan with a 4% company match, tuition reimbursement, and health and wellness programs—including wellness incentives and an Employee Assistance Program—support long-term financial and personal well-being. Team members may be eligible for discretionary bonuses and discretionary 401(k) contributions based on company performance, as well as a robust Paid Time Off program, holiday pay, and bereavement leave, creating a supportive and rewarding work environment.
Work Environment
The role is based in a powdered food production facility where food particles may be present in the air in certain areas. Safety and cleanliness are critical, and personal protective equipment (PPE) is mandatory at all times. Employees wear a full uniform from head to toe, including a safety hat, hair net, safety glasses, jacket, pants, and steel-toe footwear. Work is performed on production lines handling both retail and bulk products, with exposure to machinery, packaging equipment, and material handling tasks. Current openings include both retail and bulk lines on multiple shifts, with standard hours of Monday–Thursday, 1st shift from 5:45 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. and 2nd shift from 4:00 p.m. to 4:00 a.m., plus a shift differential for 2nd shift. Overtime typically occurs on Fridays, with some mandatory overtime days, and schedules may adjust around holidays, including operating Sunday–Wednesday during the weeks of Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tomah, WI.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $17.45 - $20.45/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 Tomah,WI.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on May 27, 2026.
About Aerotek
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.
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.
Contact Information
Email: tanolson@aerotek.com
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