Production Worker - 1st & 2nd Shift

Aerotek; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

HSA

Transportation benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Aerotek in Wisconsin is seeking a General Production Worker to join our food-manufacturing team in Waukesha. You will operate on first, second, or third shift, pick finished products from conveyors, stack pallets, and monitor quality while following GMP standards.

The role requires 1+ year of production experience, ability to lift 20-30 lbs, and familiarity with pallet building. We offer onsite work, benefits, and potential for permanent hire after Contract to Hire.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of general production experience.
• Ability to lift 20-30 lbs regularly.
• Experience with production, general labor, and pallet building.

Responsibilities

• Pick up finished food products from the end of the conveyor line.
• Stack and organize products on pallets, following company guidelines.
• Inspect products for quality and report any issues to the supervisor.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).

Skills

General production experience

Lift 20-30 lbs

Production, general labor and pallet

Job description

Job Title: General Production Worker

Job Description

Shifts

1st (6am - 2:30pm)

2nd (12pm - 8pm)

3rd (10pm - 6am)

Pay: $18/hr

Responsibilities

• Pick up finished food products from the end of the conveyor line.
• Stack and organize products on pallets, following company guidelines.
• Inspect products for quality and report any issues to the supervisor.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).

Essential Skills

• 1+ year of General Production Experience
• Ability to lift 20-30 lbs regularly
• Experience with production, general labor, and pallet building

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Comfortable working in an environment that may be warm or cold
• Inventory and loading experience

Why Work Here?

Join a family-oriented company with a total of 60 employees, where we invest in our team members and promote from within. Enjoy great benefits, yearly bonuses based on tenure, and a supportive work culture.

Work Environment

The work environment includes two shifts: 1st Shift from 6:00am to 2:30pm, Monday through Friday, and 2nd Shift from 12:00pm to 8:00pm, Monday through Friday. Employees are required to adhere to GMP standards which include wearing a hair net, beard net, smocks, steel toes, and a hard hat. The facility operates in a refrigerated environment, and pallets are placed on a spring lifter to minimize back strain, with products handled at waist level.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Waukesha, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00/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 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)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Waukesha,WI.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.