General Production Worker

Aerotek; Urbandale (IA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Life Insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a General Production Worker for our Urbandale, IA site to operate proprietary machines and follow production orders. The role emphasizes quality control, safety, and efficient material handling in a food-grade environment.

Work hours are Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm, with a strong emphasis on teamwork, accuracy, and adherence to GMP standards. This is a contract-to-hire position with full PPE provided and onsite training.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Minimum 6 months of experience in a food production or manufacturing environment.
• At least 6 months of mechanical and/or electrical aptitude.
• Ability to read and interpret documents and safety instructions in English.

Responsibilities

• Operate proprietary machines to manufacture additives.
• Follow work order specifications and process job orders.
• Assemble ingredients and fabricate finished products.
• Make equipment adjustments and perform minor repairs.
• Use mechanical and electrical knowledge to operate and maintain equipment.
• Inspect and measure products to verify quality.
• Assist in inspecting materials prior to use.
• Assist in ingredient, packaging, and inventory management.
• Compute ingredient quantities based on production schedules.
• Document time, ingredients, and processes accurately.

Skills

Forklift operation

Machine operation

Quality inspection

Basic math

Troubleshooting

GMP knowledge

Tools

Microscope use

Tape measure

Job description

Job Title: General Production Worker

Job Description

This position involves operating various proprietary machines to manufacture powder and paste additives for animals, humans, and agricultural products. The role requires following production work order specifications and processing job orders to assemble ingredients and fabricate finished products. Additionally, the candidate will be responsible for making equipment adjustments and minor repairs, utilizing general mechanical and electrical knowledge to operate and maintain equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of proprietary machines to manufacture powder and paste additives.
• Follow production work order specifications and process job orders.
• Process work orders to assemble ingredients and fabricate finished products.
• Make adjustments to equipment and perform minor repairs as needed.
• Use general mechanical and electrical knowledge to operate and maintain equipment.
• Inspect and measure products to verify quality and specifications.
• Assist in inspecting materials prior to use.
• Assist in ingredient, packaging, and finished goods inventory management.
• Compute the amount of ingredients and supplies required for operations based on production schedules.
• Document time, ingredients, and processes accurately.

Essential Skills

• General labor and assembly skills.
• Proficiency in forklift operation and general production tasks.
• Experience with machine operation, inspection, and packing.
• Ability to operate machinery using a microscope and tape measure.
• Strong mathematical skills, including basic algebra.
• Experience in troubleshooting, mechanical tasks, cleaning, and operation.
• Understanding of GMP standards, quality control, and assurance.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license.
• At least 6 months of experience in a food production or manufacturing environment.
• 6+ months of experience using mechanical and/or electrical aptitude.
• Ability to read and interpret documents and safety instructions in English.

Why Work Here?

Join a small team with a great culture where employees are valued and celebrated, especially during holidays with potlucks. Enjoy flexibility in scheduling shifts to accommodate personal needs.

Work Environment

Work hours are Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm, with very little overtime. The team consists of 18 employees, fostering a tight-knit and independent work environment. The company avoids a corporate feel, with the president actively participating in floor activities. Dress code includes jeans or yoga pants, work-appropriate shirts, and closed-toed shoes. As a food-grade facility, full PPE is required, including smocks, hair nets, and beard nets, provided by the customer. The environment is temperature-controlled, and employees may encounter strong smells from probiotics. Driving between the main site and another warehouse one block away may be required. The role is suited for self-starters who thrive in a non-micro-managed environment and are comfortable with repetitive tasks.

Job Type & Location

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

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $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 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)

Application Deadline

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

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in URBANDALE,IA.

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.