Job Description

Job Title: Production Worker

Job Overview

Work in a fast-paced production environment preparing products for shipment. This includes moving materials, packaging items, and keeping the work area clean and safe.

Key Responsibilities

• Palletize and shrink wrap products
• Move materials using a pallet jack
• Weigh products and record weights
• Lift and move bags up to 50 lbs (team lift over 50 lbs)
• Push and move large wheeled bowls
• Load, sort, package, and assemble products
• Clean and sanitize work areas
• Use hand tools and basic equipment safely
• Follow safety rules and good manufacturing practices (GMPs)
• Help with general production and machine support
• Work overtime (Fridays as needed)

Requirements

• Experience in general labor, manufacturing, construction, or similar work
• At least 1 year of steady work history
• Ability to stand 8–12 hours and do physical work
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly
• Basic math/reading skills for weighing and recording products
• Reliable and punctual (arrive early for pre-shift screening)
• Willingness to learn forklift operation

Why Work Here

• Small, team-oriented workplace
• Supportive, family-like environment
• Consistent hours with overtime opportunities
• Paid time for pre-shift screenings

Work Environment

• Physical job with lifting, pushing, and standing
• Can be hot in summer (up to ~90°F)
• Two shifts available (day or night, Mon–Thurs + Friday overtime)
• Requires PPE (steel-toe boots, hair net, lab coat, etc.)
• Strict cleanliness and dress rules

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Owatonna, MN.

The pay range for this position is $20.50 - $22.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available 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)

This is a fully onsite position in Owatonna,MN.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 1, 2026.

About Aerotek

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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.

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