Job Title: General Utility WorkerJob Description

The General Utility position serves as an entry-level role in the production area, encompassing a variety of duties within this job classification. This position involves general labor tasks, contributing to production operations by adhering to policies and procedures for meat processing, such as Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) regulations. The role requires maintaining clean and sanitary production areas and effectively communicating any issues that could lead to unsanitary conditions.

ResponsibilitiesMaintain all production areas in a clean and sanitary condition.Communicate any issues related to unsanitary conditions promptly.Remove product and packing materials from the floor.Properly dispose of and track inedible products.Separate and remove trash and recycling from production areas.Stage production area with empty containers for the next shift.Assist with preparing and disassembling equipment for operations or sanitation.Ensure proper identification and management of rework products to avoid cross-contamination.Relieve co-workers for breaks, which may involve assisting in another position.Accurately complete assigned paperwork.Assist in training new employees.Check in with the area supervisor for additional tasks before leaving at the end of the shift.Conduct visual inspection of cases to ensure proper labeling and legibility.Make necessary adjustments to machinery to ensure smooth production.Operate a manual hand jack as needed.Communicate equipment malfunctions promptly.Prepare supplies and workstations for the next shift.Stage ingredients in 50lb containers to maintain product flow.Arrange meat as instructed according to specifications.Comb, hang, transport, and stack products continuously.Inspect product quality on a conveyor belt.Perform duties accurately and efficiently.Essential SkillsDependability and attention to detail.Ability to follow directions and work with minimal supervision.Effective verbal and written communication skills.Willingness to work weekends and overtime as needed.Ability to multitask in a fast-paced and safe environment.Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience in general labor, production, packing, or food manufacturing is beneficial.Candidates with backgrounds from companies like Kraft, Tyson, Hill & Valley are well-suited.Why Work Here?

Join a new, clean facility that offers opportunities to grow into other roles. As this is an entry-level position, employees have the chance to develop their skills and advance within the company.

Work Environment

This role operates in a manufacturing environment, with regular exposure to moving mechanical parts and high, precarious places. Workers frequently encounter colder areas (30 degrees) and warmer temperatures. The noise level is typically high. The job demands standing and walking throughout the shift, lifting and carrying a minimum of 50 lbs, and using both hands as necessary. Employees are required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, or hear. Reasonable accommodations are available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

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\n classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be\n subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits\n available for this temporary role may include the following:\n\n • Medical, dental & vision\n • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n • Short and long-term disability\n • Health Spending Account (HSA)\n • Transportation benefits\n • Employee Assistance Program\n • 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.

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\n About Aerotek:\n\n

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.

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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.

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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.

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