Production Worker

Aerotek; Lodi (NJ); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek in Lodi, NJ is seeking a General Production Worker to operate and monitor food production equipment, perform basic maintenance, and help maintain product quality and safety.

This contract-to-hire role offers a four-day workweek, onsite work, and opportunities to gain hands-on manufacturing and maintenance skills while working with a team.

Qualifications

• Experience in production or manufacturing, food manufacturing preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to perform repetitive tasks.
• Ability to troubleshoot and respond quickly to production issues.
• Teamwork and effective communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor food manufacturing equipment.
• Keep equipment and work areas clean and sanitary.
• Report equipment issues and stop machinery when necessary.
• Ensure a steady supply of materials to the production line.
• Adjust conveyor speeds to maintain workflow.
• Perform basic preventative maintenance.
• Follow safety procedures and production instructions.
• Work independently and as part of a team.
• Maintain accuracy and attention to detail.

Skills

Attention to detail

Repetitive tasks

Troubleshooting

Teamwork & communication

Independent work

Tools

Production machinery

Monitoring equipment

Job description

Job Title: General Production Worker

Job Description

Operate and monitor food production equipment, perform basic maintenance, and ensure product quality, safety, and efficient production flow.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor food manufacturing equipment.
• Keep equipment and work areas clean and sanitary.
• Report equipment issues and stop machinery when necessary.
• Ensure a steady supply of materials to the production line.
• Adjust conveyor speeds to maintain workflow.
• Perform basic preventative maintenance.
• Follow safety procedures and production instructions.
• Work independently and as part of a team.
• Maintain accuracy and attention to detail.

Required Skills

• Production or manufacturing experience; food manufacturing preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to perform repetitive tasks.
• Ability to troubleshoot and respond quickly to production issues.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and follow instructions.

Additional Qualifications

• Comfortable working with production machinery and monitoring equipment.
• Understanding of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Reliable, adaptable, and safety-focused.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy a consistent 4-day workweek, hands-on manufacturing experience, and opportunities to develop valuable production and maintenance skills in a team-oriented environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lodi, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.90 - $19.90/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 Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lodi,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 23, 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.