Food Production Worker - START ASAP

Company: Aerotek
Location: Inver Grove Heights
Posted on: January 15, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Title: Packager - $17/HOUR Job Description We are seeking diligent individuals to join our team as Packagers in a refrigerated environment, handling fresh fruit and produce items. This role requires the use of full personal protective equipment (PPE), including cut-resistant gloves, gowns, and eyewear. All necessary equipment will be provided and maintained to ensure a clean and safe working environment. Responsibilities Work on an assembly line in a refrigerated environment. Remove stems from grapes, peel apples, and perform similar tasks. Operate small knives to cut products to fit into desired packaging. Ensure proper packing and labeling of produce. Essential Skills Ability to perform general labor and packing tasks. Basic understanding of production and assembly line operations. Additional Skills & Qualifications Food production experience preferred but not required. Experience in any production environment or similar setting is a plus. Entry-level position; no previous skills or experience necessary. Why Work Here? Join a supportive team where safety and cleanliness are prioritized. Enjoy the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with room for growth and development. Work Environment The work environment is refrigerated, wet, and cool, with occasional standing water. Employees must wear full PPE, which includes cut-resistant gloves, gowns, and eyewear. The facility ensures that all equipment is washed and cleaned daily. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Inver Grove Heights, MN. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $17.00/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 Inver Grove Heights,MN. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jan 27, 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. Company Description 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 meet 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 in solving 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. Company Description 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 meet 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 in solving 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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