General Labor

This contract General Labor role supports operations in the tote bringing area at a large maraschino cherry production site. You handle a variety of physical tasks, with a strong focus on moving pipes and hoses and lifting items weighing up to 50 pounds on a continuous basis. You help keep equipment and totes clean and organized to support smooth production and harvesting activities.

• Move pipes, hoses, and other irrigation equipment safely and efficiently within the tote bringing area.
• Lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds repeatedly throughout the shift.
• Clean totes and related equipment to maintain a safe and orderly work area.
• Support general production tasks as needed, including packing, sorting, and basic general labor duties.
• Follow all safety procedures and use proper lifting techniques to minimize risk of injury.
• Maintain a clean, organized workspace and promptly remove debris or waste from work areas.
• Collaborate with production staff to ensure workflow runs smoothly and assist with miscellaneous tasks as directed.
• Adapt to changing tasks and priorities in a fast-paced production environment.

• At least 1 year of experience working in a production environment.
• Proven ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds continuously during a shift.
• Experience performing general labor tasks such as moving equipment and materials.
• Ability to work safely in an active production setting with exposure to outdoor elements.
• Reliability and consistency in following instructions and completing assigned tasks.
• Basic understanding of general cleaning practices in an industrial or production environment.
• Physical stamina to stand, walk, bend, and lift for extended periods.

• Previous experience in packing, sorting, or general production work.
• Experience working in food production or similar industrial environments.
• Comfort working around irrigation equipment and hoses.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to take on miscellaneous tasks as needed.

You join a production team that values dependable workers and offers the opportunity to be invited back for future harvest seasons when you perform well. The environment rewards strong work ethic, reliability, and teamwork, providing ongoing opportunities to build experience in a busy, hands-on setting.

You work in a large maraschino cherry production facility that includes both indoor and outdoor areas. The role involves exposure to outdoor elements such as varying weather conditions while handling pipes, hoses, and totes. The environment is active and physically demanding, requiring frequent lifting, moving equipment, and standing or walking for extended periods. Typical attire includes practical work clothing suitable for a production floor and outdoor conditions, along with any required safety gear provided on site.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Dayton, OR.

The pay range for this position is $19.70 - $19.70/hr.

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.

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 Dayton,OR.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 31, 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.

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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.