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Posted August 22, 2026

General Production Worker (2nd Shift)

Aerotek
Davenport, IA, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description
Production Associate (2nd Shift) | Entry-Level Start Your Career in Food Manufacturing

Looking for a steady job where you can stay active, learn new skills, and grow with a company?

We're hiring Production Associates for our 2nd Shift team. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to get started in manufacturing or food production. You'll help support daily production, keep work areas clean and organized, and ensure products meet safety and quality standards.

No specialized experience is required. If you're dependable, willing to learn, and ready to work as part of a team, we'd love to hear from you.


What You'll Do
  • Support daily food production operations
  • Help keep production areas clean, organized, and safe
  • Package and inspect products for quality
  • Load supplies and materials needed for production
  • Move products and materials throughout the facility
  • Operate hand jacks and basic production equipment when needed
  • Set up workstations and prepare supplies for the next shift
  • Monitor products on the production line to ensure quality standards are met
  • Report equipment issues to supervisors
  • Complete required production paperwork accurately
  • Assist team members and help keep production running smoothly
  • Follow company food safety and workplace safety procedures

What We're Looking For
  • Reliable attendance and a strong work ethic
  • Ability to follow directions and work safely
  • Team-oriented attitude
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to stand and walk throughout the shift
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly
  • Attention to detail and quality
  • Comfortable working around food products
  • Willingness to work overtime or weekends when needed

Bonus Points If You Have
  • Manufacturing or production experience
  • Food production or food service experience
  • Warehouse or general labor experience
  • Packaging or assembly experience
  • Experience working in cold storage environments
  • Experience operating pallet jacks or production equipment

Don't have experience? That's okay. We're willing to train motivated individuals who are ready to learn.


Why Join Us?

'05; Entry-level opportunity with on-the-job training

'05; Clear opportunities for advancement

'05; Stable, year-round employment

'05; Modern, clean facility

'05; Supportive team environment

'05; Learn valuable manufacturing skills

'05; Opportunity to grow into higher-level production roles

'05; Work for a company that values safety, quality, and teamwork


Work Environment

This is a hands-on position in a food manufacturing facility. You'll be moving throughout the shift and working as part of a team to keep production running efficiently.

What to Expect
  • 2nd Shift schedule
  • Active production environment
  • Standing and walking throughout the shift
  • Regular lifting of up to 50 pounds
  • Some areas may be cold while others are warmer
  • Fast-paced work environment
  • Team-focused culture
  • Safety-first workplace

Ready to Get Started?

If you're dependable, hardworking, and looking for a long-term opportunity with room to grow, apply today.

Join a team where your work matters, your effort is recognized, and your career can continue to grow.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Davenport, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Davenport,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 4, 2026.

About Aerotek

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.

\nCompany Description

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.

Company Description

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.

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