Launchpad: Entry-Level Meat Production Operator

Aerotek; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision benefits

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Job summary

Aerotek in Davenport, IA is seeking entry-level General Production Workers for a meat-processing facility. You will perform general labor, support production and sanitation, and follow GMP, HACCP, and HACCP policies to maintain sanitary operations.

This contract-to-hire role offers on-site work, weekly pay, and benefits, with opportunities to grow within the company. Candidates must be able to stand, lift up to 50 lbs, and work overtime in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Be dependable with strong attention to detail and safety.
• Ability to work independently and follow instructions in a fast-paced production environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Available to work overtime and weekends as needed.
• Capable of standing, walking, and lifting up to 50 lbs throughout the shift.
• Comfortable handling meat products and working in cold-storage environments.
• Ability to inspect products, labels, and code dates for quality and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Follow GMP, HACCP, and food safety standards to ensure sanitary production operations.
• Perform sanitation, waste removal, product handling, and equipment setup/teardown to support efficient production.
• Inspect products and packaging for quality, proper labeling, and code dates.
• Operate and make minor adjustments to production equipment while reporting malfunctions promptly.
• Handle materials, ingredients, and finished products using hand jacks and safe lifting practices.
• Complete production paperwork accurately and assist with employee training as needed.
• Support production flow by staging materials, preparing work areas for the next shift, and assisting team members across departments.
• Maintain product quality by following specifications, preventing cross-contamination, and ensuring proper product identification.
• Work in a fast-paced environment requiring continuous standing, walking, and lifting up to 50 pounds.

Skills

Detail oriented

Safety conscious

Independent worker

Communication skills

Overtime availability

Heavy lifting

Meat handling

Quality inspection

Job description

Aerotek in Davenport, IA is seeking entry-level General Production Workers for a meat-processing facility. You will perform general labor, support production and sanitation, and follow GMP, HACCP, and HACCP policies to maintain sanitary operations.

This contract-to-hire role offers on-site work, weekly pay, and benefits, with opportunities to grow within the company. Candidates must be able to stand, lift up to 50 lbs, and work overtime in a fast-paced environment.