Production Associate | Entry-Level $18 /hr
Start Your Career in Food Manufacturing
Looking for a steady job where you can stay active, learn new skills, and grow with a company?
We're hiring Production Associates for our 2nd Shift team. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to get started in manufacturing or food production. You'll help support daily production, keep work areas clean and organized, and ensure products meet safety and quality standards.
No specialized experience is required. If you're dependable, willing to learn, and ready to work as part of a team, we'd love to hear from you.
What You'll Do
Support daily food production operations
Help keep production areas clean, organized, and safe
Package and inspect products for quality
Load supplies and materials needed for production
Move products and materials throughout the facility
Operate hand jacks and basic production equipment when needed
Set up workstations and prepare supplies for the next shift
Monitor products on the production line to ensure quality standards are met
Report equipment issues to supervisors
Complete required production paperwork accurately
Assist team members and help keep production running smoothly
Follow company food safety and workplace safety procedures
What We're Looking For
Reliable attendance and a strong work ethic
Ability to follow directions and work safely
Team-oriented attitude
Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
Ability to stand and walk throughout the shift
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly
Attention to detail and quality
Comfortable working around food products
Willingness to work overtime or weekends when needed
Bonus Points If You Have
Manufacturing or production experience
Food production or food service experience
Warehouse or general labor experience
Packaging or assembly experience
Experience working in cold storage environments
Experience operating pallet jacks or production equipment
Don't have experience? That's okay. We're willing to train motivated individuals who are ready to learn.
Why Join Us?
? Entry-level opportunity with on-the-job training
? Clear opportunities for advancement
? Stable, year-round employment
? Modern, clean facility
? Supportive team environment
? Learn valuable manufacturing skills
? Opportunity to grow into higher-level production roles
? Work for a company that values safety, quality, and teamwork
Work Environment
This is a hands-on position in a food manufacturing facility. You'll be moving throughout the shift and working as part of a team to keep production running efficiently.
What to Expect
2nd Shift schedule
Active production environment
Standing and walking throughout the shift
Regular lifting of up to 50 pounds
Some areas may be cold while others are warmer
Fast-paced work environment
Team-focused culture
Safety-first workplace
Ready to Get Started?
If you're dependable, hardworking, and looking for a long-term opportunity with room to grow, apply today.
Join a team where your work matters, your effort is recognized, and your career can continue to grow.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Davenport, IA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/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 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 Davenport,IA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 8, 2026.
About Aerotek
Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.
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.
