General Production Worker
aerotekIowa City, IA
$19.00 - $23.00/hr
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Job Title: General Production WorkerJob Description
Join our team as a General Production Worker at our facility in Iowa City. You will be involved in the process of mixing and pelletizing raw products, followed by bagging them for shipment. This role requires cross-training across main production areas to ensure a smooth workflow.
Responsibilities:
Monitor the efficiency of the production line to ensure timely loading and shipment.
Be a reliable team member with prompt attendance and excellent performance.
Communicate with team members and leadership to improve processes.
Keep the worksite clean to avoid hazards from chemicals and fragile products.
Strictly adhere to safety guidelines throughout the facility.
Perform all processes in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures, including operating mixing, bagging, spray drying, fluid bed drying, and powered lift equipment.
Essential Skills:
Experience with hand tools and manufacturing.6+ months experience in agriculture and/or manufacturing settings.
Mechanical experience, basic math skills, and ability to follow instructions.
Primary responsibility for 2nd shift is running the control room; computer skills are preferred or a willingness to learn.
Experience in machine operation and troubleshooting.
Additional Skills & QualificationsAG or feed mill experience is preferred.
Forklift experience is a nice-to-have but not required.
Why Work Here?
We foster a tight-knit culture with everyone cross-training and helping out wherever needed. Enjoy regular reviews for performance incentives and a shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shifts.
Work Environment:
The work takes place in a feed mill processing plant that is non-climate controlled, which can be hot in the summer and cold in the winter. The facility is dirty and has old machinery that requires manual adjustments. The production floor houses 15 people. The dress code includes long pants and shirts, hard hats, safety glasses, steel-toed boots, and ear protection. Shifts are as follows: 1st - 6 AM to 2:30 PM, 2nd - 2 PM to 10:30 PM, and 3rd - 10 PM to 6:30 AM.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Iowa City, IA.
Pay and Benefits:
The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $23.00/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) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Iowa City, IA.Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 23, 2026.Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Iowa City, IA.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.
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