General Production Operator

Job Title: General Production Operator

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Job Description

The General Production Operator supports high-volume beverage production by working across the can, bottling, and bagging lines, as well as assisting with material handling as needed. This role operates and monitors production and packaging equipment, helps maintain a clean and efficient line, and ensures products meet quality and safety standards in a modern, climate-controlled facility.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor equipment on the can, bottling, and bagging lines to support continuous production.
• Assist with material handling activities, including moving materials and products to and from production lines.
• Set up, adjust, and operate production and filling machines in accordance with standard operating procedures.
• Support labeling, blow molding, and filling operations to ensure products are packaged correctly and efficiently.
• Perform basic mechanical and assembly tasks related to production equipment as needed.
• Follow manufacturing and food/beverage production guidelines to maintain product quality and consistency.
• Adhere to all safety procedures and use equipment and machinery in a safe and responsible manner.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area to support a safe and efficient production environment.
• Work primarily on 1st shift while flexibly filling in on 2nd shift as scheduled.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet production targets and resolve issues promptly.

Essential Skills

• Previous manufacturing experience in a production environment.
• Ability to operate or learn to operate production and machine equipment safely and effectively.
• Capability to perform repetitive tasks while maintaining attention to detail and quality.
• Willingness and ability to work primarily 1st shift (approximately 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.) with flexibility to work as late as 5:00 p.m. as needed.
• Flexibility to fill in on 2nd shift (approximately 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.) based on scheduling needs.
• Strong commitment to following safety, quality, and cleanliness standards in a manufacturing setting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Machine operation experience in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Experience in food or beverage manufacturing.
• Forklift experience or previous forklift operation in a warehouse or production setting.
• Familiarity with labeling, blow mold equipment, and filling machines.
• Basic mechanical aptitude to support equipment operation and minor adjustments.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a company-paid pension plan, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, and a 401(k) plan with a strong employer match. The organization offers a path to competitive hourly earnings once permanent, along with a stable schedule provided several weeks in advance. Team members work in a clean, modern facility with a focus on safety, benefits, and long-term financial security.

Work Environment

The role is based in a very clean, climate-controlled production facility focused on bottling, canning, and bagging beverage products. Team members work primarily on 1st shift from approximately 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with the possibility of working as late as 5:00 p.m., and may fill in on 2nd shift from approximately 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. as needed. The environment includes operating production machinery, filling machines, blow mold equipment, labeling systems, and potentially forklifts and other material handling equipment. Employees are expected to follow all safety protocols and wear appropriate attire and protective equipment suitable for a manufacturing and food-grade production setting.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of COLUMBUS, OH.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $26.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in COLUMBUS,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 22, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

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.