Production Associate 1st And 2nd Shift

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Production Associate 1st & 2nd Shift 1st shift : 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM 2nd shift 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM M-F Job Description The Production Associate plays a hands-on role in creating and packaging meat products in a fast-paced, temperature-controlled environment. This position focuses on consistent product quality, safe and efficient equipment operation, and adherence to strict food safety and sanitation standards. Responsibilities Handle and process high-quality meats and sausages to maintain a consistent and reliable finished product. Place sausage links into Multivac packers and operate packaging machinery safely and efficiently. Set up, operate, and monitor industrial equipment such as cutters, metal detectors, and related production machinery. Move product from sticks into sausage cutters and ensure proper flow through the production line. Navigate full and empty trolleys through the production area and move materials as needed to support continuous production. Visually inspect meat products for quality, identify items that are out of specification, and place them into designated rework bins. Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) at all times to maintain product safety and quality. Maintain a clean and organized work area, promptly removing debris such as meat and blood to meet sanitation standards. Accurately follow recipes, weigh ingredients, and ensure all products are labeled correctly. Communicate effectively with co-workers and supervisors to coordinate tasks and meet daily production goals. Adhere to all safety guidelines and procedures while working with machinery and in a cold storage environment. Support general production, inspection, assembly, packing, and general labor tasks as needed. Essential Skills Ability to stand, walk, bend, and stoop for the duration of the shift. Capability to frequently lift and move items weighing up to 50 pounds. Comfort working in a cold storage environment, typically between 30 and 45 degrees. Strong attention to detail when following recipes, weighing ingredients, and applying labels. Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with team members and supervisors. Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) or willingness to learn and follow them closely. Experience operating or supporting industrial production, packaging, or inspection equipment, or willingness to be trained. Additional Skills & Qualifications High school diploma or GED is preferred but not always required. Previous experience in food production, meat processing, or a warehouse environment is preferred; on-the-job training is often provided. Food Handler Certificate is frequently required or strongly preferred. Experience with meat cutting, packing, and general production or general labor work is beneficial. Ability to work the afternoon/evening shift, typically 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM, Monday through Friday. Why Work Here? You will join a team-focused production environment where training is provided and safety, quality, and collaboration are highly valued. The role offers stable, full-time hours on a consistent shift and the opportunity to build experience in food manufacturing. Employees typically have access to a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, supporting both health and long-term well-being. Work Environment This role is based in a fast-paced, cold storage production facility where temperatures typically range from 30 to 45 degrees. You will work on your feet for most of the shift, performing physical tasks such as lifting, bending, and moving trolleys and product. The environment includes industrial production and packaging equipment such as cutters, Multivac packers, and metal detectors, and requires adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices and strict sanitation standards. The standard schedule is generally an afternoon/evening shift from 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM, Monday through Friday, with appropriate protective clothing and gear provided to work comfortably in the cold environment. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Miami, FL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $15.00 - $16.00/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 Miami,FL.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 18, 2026.

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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.