Days - Production

Aerotek; Faribault (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

PTO / Vacation

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring for a Days Production role in Faribault, MN. This contract-to-hire position involves setting up, operating, and cleaning machines that mix or blend food-grade materials, plus weighing and recording measurements.

You will handle raw materials, move products with pallet jacks, and work under GMP guidelines. You must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, work safely around chemicals, and participate in forklift training.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and move heavy materials safely.
• Familiar with GMP and safety procedures in food manufacturing.
• Basic math for measurements and record-keeping.
• Willingness to work onsite in a fast-paced production area.
• Clear communication with team and supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and clean production machines that mix, blend, or agglomerate food-grade chemicals, liquids, and materials.
• Monitor production parameters and follow SOPs.
• Receive, sample, and document raw materials.
• Manage waste according to SOPs and facility guidelines.
• Move product with a manual pallet jack and weigh products on a digital scale.
• Read and record digital weights accurately and handle bags weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Push and pull large bowls on wheels up to 1,000 pounds; perform tasks safely.
• Operate production control panels and related equipment; perform basic math for adjustments.
• Climb stairs/ ladders as needed; maintain GMP and safety compliance.
• Attend orientation and participate in forklift training; apply safety policies.

Skills

Stand tolerance

Forklift training

GMP compliance

Reading scales

Attention to detail

Teamwork / communication

Tools

Forklift operation

Pallet jack

Digital scale

Job description

Job Title: Days Production

Job Description

This production role focuses on setting up, operating, and cleaning machines used to mix, blend, or agglomerate food‑grade chemicals, liquids, and materials. You will monitor production parameters, handle raw material reception and sampling, manage waste according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and move product using a manual pallet jack. The position involves weighing products before they are moved to the warehouse, reading and recording digital weights on a small scale, and consistently handling filled bags that can weigh up to 50 pounds. You will also push and pull large bowls on wheels weighing up to 1,000 pounds and perform physically demanding tasks throughout your shift in a food manufacturing environment that prioritizes safety and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and clean production machines that mix, blend, or agglomerate food‑grade chemicals, liquids, and materials.

• Monitor production parameters and ensure processes follow established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

• Handle raw material reception, including receiving, sampling, and documenting materials as required.

• Manage production waste safely and in accordance with SOPs and facility guidelines.

• Move product and materials using a manual pallet jack throughout the production area.

• Weigh finished product prior to transfer to the warehouse and accurately record weights using a digital scale.

• Read and record digital weights on small scales with attention to detail and accuracy.

• Lift and move filled bags of product that can weigh up to 50 pounds, requesting assistance for heavier loads in line with company policy.

• Push and pull large bowls on wheels weighing up to 1,000 pounds, moving at least eight bowls per shift.

• Lift bags of product above head on a consistent basis as part of normal production activities.

• Operate and control a production control panel and related equipment, similar to using a smartphone interface.

• Perform basic math calculations to support measurements, weights, and production adjustments.

• Multi‑task across different production activities while maintaining focus on safety and quality.

• Climb ladders and go up and down stairs as needed to access equipment and materials.

• Work safely with food‑grade chemicals, following all safety and GMP requirements.

• Ask for help when needed to ensure safe handling of materials and compliance with safety policies.

• Participate in training to operate sit‑down and stand‑up forklifts and apply that training in daily work.

• Adhere strictly to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), including facility rules on personal items and hygiene.

• Attend and complete on‑site orientation and follow all instructions provided regarding shift start and work procedures.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Faribault, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $19.50/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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Faribault, MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Faribault, MN.

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.