General Laborer

Aerotek; Mankato (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability

Job summary

Aerotek in Mankato, MN is seeking a General Laborer for a contract-to-hire role in a production and warehouse environment.

The role involves physically demanding work with heavy bags, palletizing, and cross-training on bag filling and sealing equipment, with forklift operation after training. Expect a safety-driven, open warehouse setting and seasonal temperature variation.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift 50-pound bags repeatedly.
• 6 months manufacturing or farming experience preferred.
• Able to work in confined spaces and at heights.
• Basic math to verify quantities.
• Willing to cross-train on bag filling/sealing; forklift training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Lift and move 50-pound bags from conveyor lines.
• Palletize bags on 2x2 or 4x4 pallets per order.
• Perform frequent bending, twisting, and turning.
• Operate a sit-down forklift after training.
• Follow safety procedures in the warehouse.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area.

Skills

Lifting 50-lb bags

Confined spaces

Working at heights

Basic math

Self-motivated

Manufacturing/farming experience

Forklift training ready

Job description

Job Title: General Laborer

Job Description

This role involves physically demanding work in a production and warehouse environment, where you handle heavy bags of product, operate material handling equipment, and support daily operations. You will work in confined spaces and at heights, perform repetitive motions throughout your shift, and apply basic math to ensure accurate order fulfillment. Over time, you will cross-train on bag filling and sealing equipment and learn to operate a sit-down forklift.

Responsibilities

• Lift and remove 50-pound bags from a conveyor line throughout the shift, handling high daily volumes of product.
• Palletize bags on 2x2 or 4x4 pallets according to specific order requirements and stacking patterns.
• Perform continuous bending, twisting, and turning of the body while lifting and positioning bags.
• Use a two-wheeler to move and position pallets in the warehouse based on shipment order and staging needs.
• Apply simple math, including addition, subtraction, and multiplication, to verify that the correct quantities are prepared and shipped for each order.
• Work comfortably in confined spaces and at heights as required by production and warehouse tasks.
• Cross-train and assist in bag filler and sealer roles, ensuring bags are properly filled, sealed, and prepared for palletizing.
• Operate a sit-down forklift once fully trained and acclimated to the position to move pallets and materials safely within the facility.
• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines while handling heavy materials, working around equipment, and operating in an open warehouse environment.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area to support efficient operations and safe working conditions.

Essential Skills

• Ability to work comfortably in confined spaces and at heights.
• Capability to repeatedly lift and handle 50-pound bags over the course of a shift.
• Willingness and physical ability to perform continuous bending, twisting, and turning.
• Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, and multiplication, to verify order quantities.
• Self-motivated work style with the ability to stay productive and focused with minimal supervision.
• At least 6 months of manufacturing or farming experience.
• Comfort working in an open warehouse environment with varying temperatures and the smell of animal feed.
• Willingness to learn and operate a sit-down forklift after training.
• Experience in heavy lifting, production, general labor, construction, or farm work.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Former feed mill experience is a plus.
• Previous warehouse or general labor experience is beneficial.
• Experience in roles such as farm hand, construction laborer, or similar physically demanding positions is advantageous.
• Openness to cross-training on bag filling and sealing equipment.
• Interest in developing material handling and forklift operation skills.

Why Work Here?

You will join a workplace that offers clear opportunities for long-term career growth through advancement and skill development. The organization actively reviews and adjusts pay to remain competitive in the market and demonstrates its commitment by providing a pay raise after 60 days. You can expect a stable environment where hard work and reliability are recognized, and where training is provided to help you expand your capabilities and progress in your career.

Work Environment

You will work in an open warehouse environment that houses animal feed products, which means there is a consistent feed-related odor throughout the facility. The space includes shipping bay doors, so temperatures can be colder in the winter and warmer in the summer in certain areas. The role involves regular exposure to production equipment, conveyor lines, pallets, and material handling tools such as two-wheelers and sit-down forklifts. The setting is active and physically demanding, requiring safe movement around equipment, pallets, and other warehouse operations.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.50 - $21.50/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 jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable 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 Mankato,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 8, 2026.

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.