General Utility Worker
Aerotek - Davenport, IA
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General Utility Worker u2013 Entry Level Now Hiring $18/HR Location: Davenport, IA Schedule: Full-time Weekends & Overtime as needed Environment: Cold to warm temperature zones Fast-paced production Pay: $18/hr About the Role Weu2019re looking for dependable, motivated individuals to join our production team as General Utility Workers . This is an entry-level position with opportunities to grow as our company continues to expand. Youu2019ll support daily production operations, maintain cleanliness and sanitation, and assist with general labor tasks in a food manufacturing environment. If youu2019re detailu2011oriented, hardworking, and ready to build a careeru2014youu2019ll fit right in. What Youu2019ll Do + Keep production areas clean, organized, and sanitary + Report any issues that may cause unsanitary conditions + Remove product, packaging, trash, and recycling from work areas + Prepare the production floor with clean containers for the next shift + Assist with equipment setup, disassembly, and sanitation + Handle rework materials safely to avoid crossu2011contamination + Support team members by providing break coverage + Complete the required paperwork accurately + Inspect cases to ensure correct labels and legible code dates + Make basic machine adjustments (e.g., tape, ink, film, cardboard) + Operate a manual pallet jack as needed + Stage ingredients in 50 lb. containers + Move, stack, and arrange products according to specifications + Inspect product quality on the conveyor line + Communicate equipment issues immediately + Prepare supplies and workstations for shift changes What Weu2019re Looking For + Dependable and detailu2011oriented team players + Ability to follow instructions and work with minimal supervision + Strong verbal and written communication skills + Comfortable working weekends or overtime when needed + Able to work safely in a fastu2011paced environment + Able to lift and carry 50 lbs. + Experience in production, general labor, or food manufacturing is a plus + Experience with companies like Kraft, Tyson, or Hill & Valley is helpful Work Environment + Manufacturing setting with moving mechanical parts + Temperature varies from cold (around 30u00b0F) to warmer zones + High noise levels + Requires standing, walking, reaching, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and lifting throughout the shift + Reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities Why Join Us? + Clean, modern facility + Great team environment + Entry-level role with real opportunities for growth + Stable, dependable work 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 jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:u2022 Medical, dental & visionu2022 Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospitalu2022 401(k) Retirement Plan u2013 Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableu2022 Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)u2022 Short and long-term disabilityu2022 Health Spending Account (HSA)u2022 Transportation benefitsu2022 Employee Assistance Programu2022 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 Mar 24, 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 u2013 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 companiesu2019 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.
Created: 2026-03-12