Job Title: General Operator
Job Description
The General Operator supports seed production operations throughout the year by performing a wide range of tasks that ensure safety, quality, and efficiency in a fast-paced agricultural environment. This role follows standard operating procedures and work instructions to handle seed receiving, processing, packaging, warehousing, and equipment support across different seasons. The position requires strong reliability, adaptability, and a commitment to working safely while maintaining high seed quality.
Responsibilities
Perform daily duties safely and efficiently while consistently maintaining seed quality and following standard operating procedures and work instructions.
Work independently or as part of a team to support production activities across multiple departments and seasonal operations.
Adjust to changing conditions and anticipate operational needs to keep production flowing smoothly.
Make appropriate independent decisions within established guidelines to support safe and efficient plant operations.
Maintain excellent attendance and reliability to support continuous operations and seasonal peaks.
Communicate clearly in both verbal and written form with supervisors, team members, and other departments.
Handle physical tasks such as lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 60 pounds, working indoors and outdoors, and walking on uneven surfaces.
Follow all site safety policies, including seatbelt and electronic device policies, and use required personal protective equipment.
Why Work Here?
You will join a mission-driven agricultural organization that helps farmers feed the world while protecting the planet, working with trusted brands in a highly respected industry.
Enjoy a shift premium for working on the off shifts
$3/hr more on 2nd
$2/hr more on 3rd
Pay increase from $19 to $22.22 after 720 working hours have been met.
Work Environment
The role is based in a seed production facility and warehouse environment that operates year-round with seasonal peaks. You will work in both indoor and outdoor settings, with exposure to warm and cold weather conditions and occasional work on uneven surfaces. The facility follows strict safety standards and requires the use of personal protective equipment, including steel-toe, over-the-ankle work boots (provided by the worker), a high-visibility hard hat, general purpose gloves, a high-visibility safety vest, and safety eyewear (provided on site).
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Woodhull, IL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Woodhull,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 31, 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.
