General Production Worker (1st Shift)

Aerotek; Princeton (MN); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a General Production Worker for the Princeton, MN area. This first-shift role runs four 10-hour days from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday, supporting end-to-end pizza production.

You will rotate through multiple positions, handling ingredients, assembly, and packaging while upholding food safety and quality standards. Responsibilities include line tasks, quality checks, equipment operation, and maintaining an organized work area.

Qualifications

• Experience in food production, manufacturing, or related environments.
• Experience in general production work or labors.
• Ability to assemble food, add ingredients, and follow instructions.
• Experience with quality checking or inspection in food handling or production.
• Familiarity with food safety and handling practices.
• Comfort using basic hand tools and packaging machinery.
• Strong attention to detail and consistent product quality.
• Willingness to work four 10-hour days on 1st shift (7:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.).
• Ability to stand for long periods and perform repetitive tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform tasks on the food production line, including prep, grating cheese, and ingredient prep.
• Assemble food according to production specifications.
• Rotate through production positions to learn and support each stage of pizza manufacturing.
• Inspect products for quality and food safety compliance.
• Operate basic production and packaging equipment and use hand tools safely.
• Follow food handling, safety, and sanitation procedures.
• Package finished products with accurate labeling and presentation.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Collaborate with teammates to meet production goals and maintain flow.
• Follow company policies and safety guidelines.

Skills

Food production experience

General labor

Attention to detail

First shift availability

Food safety knowledge

Ability to use hand tools

Teamwork

Stand for extended periods

Education

None

Job description

Job Title: General Production Worker (1st Shift)

This role supports the end-to-end production of food on a first-shift schedule, working four 10-hour days from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday. You will rotate through multiple positions on the production line, from preparing ingredients to assembling and packaging finished products, while maintaining high standards of food safety, quality, and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of tasks on the food production line, including patting down food, grating cheese, and preparing other ingredients.
• Assemble food by adding the correct ingredients in the proper order and quantities according to production specifications.
• Rotate through all production positions to learn and support each stage of the pizza manufacturing process.
• Inspect products at each stage of production to verify quality, consistency, and adherence to food safety standards.
• Operate basic production and packaging equipment and use hand tools safely and correctly as needed.
• Follow established food handling, food safety, and sanitation procedures at all times.
• Package finished products accurately and efficiently, ensuring proper labeling and presentation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-structured work area throughout the shift.
• Work collaboratively with team members to meet production goals and maintain smooth workflow.
• Follow all company policies, including safety rules and guidelines related to working in a food manufacturing environment.

Essential Skills

• Experience in food production, food manufacturing, or food industry environments.
• Experience in general production work, general labor, or similar hands-on roles.
• Ability to assemble food, add ingredients accurately, and follow production instructions.
• Experience with quality checking or inspection in a production or food handling setting.
• Familiarity with food safety and food handling practices.
• Comfort using basic hand tools and operating production or packaging machinery.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to consistent product quality.
• Ability to work a 1st shift schedule of four 10-hour days (7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday).
• Capability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Prior experience in food manufacturing or food industry production lines.
• Previous work in packaging or general production settings.
• Ability to learn multiple roles and adapt quickly to different tasks on the production line.
• Strong teamwork skills and willingness to support coworkers across various stations.
• Reliability in attendance and punctuality for scheduled shifts.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Princeton, MN.

Pay and Benefits

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

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Princeton, MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 3, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Princeton,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.