• Production Worker

    Aerotek (St. Louis, MO)


    Job Title: Production Worker

    Job Description

    As a Production Worker, you will be responsible for overseeing machine operations, filling boxes with finished chocolate products, and maintaining productivity through cleaning and other tasks when not directly engaged in production. The role involves standing for the entirety of the shift in a food manufacturing environment.

    Responsibilities

    + Monitor machines producing chocolate.

    + Fill boxes with finished products by holding them under machines.

    + Ensure cleanliness and productivity during idle times.

    + Mix, batch, pan, and pack chocolate products.

    + Lift weights up to 50lbs.

    + Pack, label, and stack products.

    + Verify correct labeling on product boxes.

    + Measure and weigh products into pre-made boxes.

    + Mix ingredients according to precise specifications.

    + Operate and troubleshoot machines.

    + Engage in assembly and forklift operations.

    Essential Skills

    + At least 6 months of manufacturing experience, preferably in food manufacturing.

    + Mechanical aptitude.

    + Experience in packing, palletizing, visual inspection, machine operation, blending, etc.

    + Ability to keep oneself busy during slow periods through cleaning or other tasks.

    + Team player with a drive to advance within the company.

    + Four years of manufacturing experience with recent work in the past year.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Experience in food manufacturing is highly preferred.

    + Ability to adhere to health and safety guidelines, including restrictions on jewelry and certain personal grooming items.

    + References are required.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    Join a growing company with roots in Italy and take advantage of opportunities for career advancement, such as moving into mixer or team lead roles. Enjoy the potential for overtime on weekends, contributing to both personal growth and the company's success.

     

    Work Environment

     

    This role is based in a clean, well-lit food manufacturing facility where adherence to health and safety guidelines is mandatory. The environment can be fast-paced, requiring extensive standing. Employees must wear hairnets, beard nets, steel-toed shoes, and lab coats. The facility is climate-controlled but can reach up to 100 degrees due to machinery and ovens, while some packaging lines operate in cooler areas at 52 degrees. Shifts include 1st Shift (6:30 am-3:00 pm), 2nd Shift (2:30 pm-11:00 pm), and 3rd Shift (10:30 pm-7:00 am).

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Saint Louis, Missouri.

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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 Saint Louis,MO.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2025.

    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.