General Production Worker

Job Title: General Production Worker

Job Description

This role supports high-volume cheese production and packaging operations in a clean, food-grade manufacturing facility. You will handle product throughout the packaging process, operate equipment, perform inspections, and maintain sanitation and safety standards while working on a consistent evening or overnight schedule.

Pay

• All shifts are starting at $20.75 and hour

Shift

• 7am to 3pm
• 3pm to 11pm
• 1pm to 7am
• Have to be open to any shift or even working a 12 hour 7am to 7pm or a 7pm to 7am if needed.

Responsibilities

• Load cheese for packaging machines onto conveyors in a safe and efficient manner.
• Remove cheese from brine cages and prepare it for further processing or packaging.
• Construct boxes and pack product into boxes according to established procedures and quality standards.
• Stack cheese boxes neatly on pallets so finished goods pallets fit into cooler racks without damage.
• Remove packaging material from rejected cheese and prepare product for repackaging.
• Inspect product and packaging for foreign material and imperfections, segregate suspect product, and rerun product through the metal detector when needed.
• Document vat numbers and promptly inform a supervisor if product does not meet acceptable standards.
• Perform cleaning and sanitation tasks to maintain plant equipment in good operating condition.
• Maintain work areas in a neat, clean, and orderly fashion throughout the shift.
• Assist in other production areas as required to support overall plant operations.
• Assist in training new personnel by demonstrating tasks and sharing procedures.
• Minimize water usage and the generation of wastewater within the scope of the position.
• Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and work in compliance with corporate, regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements.
• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures at all times while on the production floor.
• Perform general labor tasks including lifting, moving, and handling materials and products.
• Complete repetitive tasks with attention to detail and consistent quality.
• Operate production and packaging machinery and use hand tools as required.
• Use tape measures and other basic tools to perform measurements and checks when needed.
• Assist with forklift operations and material handling as appropriate to the role and training.

Essential Skills

• Ability to read, write, and speak English to understand instructions, safety information, and production documentation.
• Ability to use simple writing, addition, subtraction, and multiplication in daily tasks.
• Ability to carry out instructions and follow established procedures accurately.
• Capability to perform general labor, including regular lifting and handling of materials.
• Comfort with repetitive tasks while maintaining focus and product quality.
• Willingness to adhere to all safety policies, procedures, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Basic ability to inspect products and packaging for defects or foreign material.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• No prior experience required; training is provided.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in production or general labor environments is a plus.
• Prior work in packaging, packing, or assembly is advantageous.
• Familiarity with inspection processes in a manufacturing setting is helpful.
• Ability to use hand tools and tape measures accurately.
• Exposure to forklift operation and material handling is a plus.
• Comfort working in a structured, process-driven manufacturing environment.

Why Work Here?

You join a large, established organization that offers room for growth and long-term career development. The company provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan. You work in a stable environment with clear processes, supportive training, and opportunities to advance as you gain experience.

Work Environment

This position is based in a food manufacturing facility that is kept very clean and operates under strict safety and sanitation procedures. You work on-site in a production area with packaging machines, conveyors, and related equipment. Work involves standing for extended periods, performing repetitive tasks, and handling product and materials in a controlled, temperature-managed environment where food safety and quality standards are consistently enforced.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of New Wilmington, PA.

The pay range for this position is $20.75 - $23.09/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 New Wilmington,PA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 2, 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.