**Immediate Hiring: Production Worker – $18/hr (Full-Time)** Shift: 7AM-3:30PM M-F (Overtime as needed) Pay: $18/HR Start: ASAP Join a fast‑growing company in a clean, modern production facility. We are hiring **Production Workers / General Utility Associates** to join our team immediately. This is an excellent opportunity for dependable individuals seeking steady hours, competitive pay, and long‑term career growth in a well‑maintained manufacturing environment. **Position Overview** As a Production Worker, you will support daily manufacturing operations by keeping production areas clean, organized, and efficient. This entry‑level position offers clear opportunities for advancement within the company. If you are reliable, detail‑oriented, and able to work in a fast‑paced environment, this role may be a great fit. **Key Responsibilities** + Maintain production areas in a clean, sanitary condition + Remove debris, product, and packaging materials from floors + Properly dispose of and track inedible products + Work in a Food Manufacturing Facility + Abide by FDA regulations and proper PPE + Separate and remove trash and recycling from work areas + Stage production areas with empty containers for the next shift + Assist with preparing, disassembling, and sanitizing equipment + Handle rework materials safely to prevent cross‑contamination + Perform visual inspections on product cases for accurate labeling and clear code dates + Make basic machine adjustments (tape, ink, paper, film, pallets) + Operate manual hand jacks as needed + Stage 50‑lb ingredient containers to maintain steady product flow + Arrange, hang, comb, transport, and stack product continuously **What We’re Looking For** + Dependable, detail‑oriented individuals + Ability to follow instructions with minimal supervision + Strong verbal and written communication skills + Willingness to work weekends and overtime when required + Ability to multitask safely in a fast‑paced environment **Preferred but Not Required** + Production, general labor, or food manufacturing experience + Experience with companies such as Kraft, Tyson, or Hill & Valley **Why Join Us?** + Brand‑new, clean production facility + Competitive starting pay of **$18/hr** + **Stable, full‑time schedule** + **Clear advancement opportunities** + **Excellent long‑term career growth potential** + **Supportive and structured team environment** **Work Environment** + Manufacturing setting with moving machinery and elevated platforms + Temperature variations, including cold environments (~30°F) and warmer areas + High‑noise environment; PPE provided + Requires standing and walking for the full shift + Frequent hand use and regular lifting of **50 lbs or more** **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 $18.00 - $18.00/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 Davenport,IA. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Feb 20, 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.