Job Description

As a Production Associate, you will operate and monitor production equipment in accordance with company standards. You will assist with mixing, packaging, and labeling food products, ensuring a high level of cleanliness and organization in the work area. You will follow all safety and quality guidelines, including HACCP and GMP standards, and perform routine checks to ensure product specifications are met. Reporting any equipment malfunctions or safety concerns to supervisors is also a key part of this role.

Responsibilities
* Operate and monitor production equipment according to company standards.
* Assist with mixing, packaging, and labeling food products.
* Maintain cleanliness and organization of the work area.
* Follow all safety and quality guidelines, including HACCP and GMP standards.
* Perform routine checks to ensure product specifications are met.
* Report any equipment malfunctions or safety concerns to supervisors.

Essential Skills
* High school diploma or equivalent.
* Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
* Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
* Willingness to work in a temperature-controlled environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications
* Previous experience in food manufacturing or production preferred.
* Any previous GMP experience.
* Bilingual is preferred.

Why Work Here?

Join a global leader in food ingredient manufacturing, with opportunities to work in a dynamic and innovative environment. Benefit from working with a company that operates over 30 manufacturing facilities and 24 R&D labs worldwide, providing significant opportunities for professional growth and development.

Work Environment

Work in a clean, new facility within the food industry. The role requires working in a temperature-controlled environment across three shifts: 7am to 3pm, 3pm to 11pm, and 11pm to 7am.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chicago, IL.
Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00/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 Chicago,IL.
Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 5, 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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