General Production Worker

Aerotek; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave

Job summary

Aerotek in Decatur, IL is seeking a General Production Worker to support a high-volume bar production line. You will measure ingredients, form and align bars, and package finished product in a safety-focused environment.

You'll work on first or second shift, rotate tasks, operate packaging equipment, and ensure GMP compliance and high quality while maintaining speed. Prior experience in food production and basic math skills are valued.

Qualifications

• Experience in food production or similar environment.
• Ability to stand for long periods and perform repetitive tasks.
• Team lead or supervisor experience in production.
• Ability to read/write instructions and recipes.
• Strong math for measuring ingredients.

Responsibilities

• Operate production and packaging machinery to maintain workflow.
• Measure and mix ingredients according to recipes.
• Place mixed product onto feeding trays and align for packaging.
• Inspect finished bars for quality and appearance.
• Maintain GMP and food safety throughout the process.
• Work with team and provide supervision as needed.

Skills

Repetitive tasks

Attention to detail

Team leadership

Read instructions

Basic math

Food production

GMP compliance

Standing long hours

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Job Title: General Production Worker

This role supports a high-volume bar production line by accurately measuring and mixing ingredients, forming and aligning bars for packaging, and ensuring consistent product quality and cleanliness. You work in the bar making room where bars are cut, packaged, and inspected, contributing directly to a modern food production environment focused on safety, precision, and great taste.

Responsibilities

• Work in the bar making room where protein collagen bars are cut, formed, and packaged.
• Measure and mix ingredients accurately according to established recipes and production instructions.
• Use hands to place mixed product onto feeding trays for further processing on the production line.
• Rotate, align, and position bars correctly for entry into the packaging machine, performing repetitive tasks with consistency.
• Operate and monitor production and packaging equipment as directed to maintain smooth workflow.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and follow all Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) protocols.
• Wear required personal protective equipment (hair nets, beard nets, clean cloaks, and other hygiene-related items) at all times.
• Serve as the Boxer at the end of the line when assigned, inspecting finished bars for quality and appearance.
• Place inspected bars into trays or containers for internal use, ensuring proper flow and organization of finished product.
• Support food safety and food handling standards throughout the production process.
• Follow safety procedures and production line guidelines to prevent contamination, waste, and equipment issues.
• Use basic math and measuring tools to ensure accurate portioning and ingredient ratios.
• Collaborate closely with the production team, providing guidance and supervision when acting in a team lead or supervisory capacity.
• Assist with general production tasks, including machine operation, packaging, and handling of tools and equipment.
• Adapt to different shifts (including first and second shift) and varying production needs, maintaining high performance in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Skills

• At least 1 year of experience performing repetitive tasks while standing for long periods of time.
• At least 1 year of experience in a role requiring strong attention to detail.
• At least 1 year of experience in a team lead or supervisor role within a production or similar environment.
• Ability to read instructions and follow written recipes accurately.
• Ability to perform basic math for measuring ingredients and portioning product.
• Comfort working around food and in a food production environment.
• No allergies to nuts, as nut-based ingredients are present in the production area.
• Experience with general production work, including machine operation and packaging.
• Ability to maintain high productivity in high-volume production and repetitive work settings.
• Commitment to following food safety, food handling, and GMP protocols consistently.
• Capability to stand, bend, and perform manual handling tasks for the duration of the shift.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in food production or food preparation environments.
• Experience with GMP manufacturing practices and compliance.
• Experience in cooking or food prep, including measuring, mixing, and handling ingredients.
• Experience in foodservice, food packaging, or working with food service equipment.
• Familiarity with production line operations and bar making processes.
• Exposure to production management or production supervision responsibilities.
• Experience using hand tools and basic production equipment in a manufacturing or packaging setting.
• Understanding of safety protocols in a production environment.
• Comfort working on first or second shift in a fast-growing production facility.

Why Work Here?

You join a fast-growing, modern packaged food company that is passionate about wellness, great taste, and meticulous craftsmanship. The culture emphasizes loyalty, truth, curiosity, and adventure, with a close-knit team that works side by side in a supportive environment. The organization pays above typical market rates in the area and offers room for financial growth as the company expands, including optional weekend work for additional earning potential. You become part of a business that partners with other local companies to support the community, sells directly to customers, and is building toward broader retail presence, offering opportunities to grow your career as the operation scales.

Work Environment

You work in a clean, temperature-controlled production area dedicated to bar making and packaging. The role involves standing, bending, and manual handling throughout the shift, with repetitive tasks on a production line. You use mixing and measuring tools, packaging equipment, and general production machinery as part of daily operations. Strict PPE and hygiene compliance are required at all times, including wearing hair nets, beard nets, and clean cloaks in accordance with GMP and food safety standards. The environment is team-oriented, high-volume, and fast-paced, with structured production lines and clear safety and cleanliness expectations.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Decatur, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $21.00/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 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 & visionCritical 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)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 5, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Decatur,IL.

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.