Entry Level General Labor Jobs in Iowa (NOW HIRING)

Job Title: General Production Worker

Job Description

This entry-level General Production Worker role supports multiple functions within a meat-processing production facility. You will perform a variety of general labor tasks, help maintain clean and sanitary production areas, and support both production and sanitation operations. The position requires strict adherence to meat processing policies, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) regulations, while working efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Follow GMP, HACCP, and food safety standards to ensure sanitary production operations.
• Perform sanitation, waste removal, product handling, and equipment setup/teardown to support efficient production.
• Inspect products and packaging for quality, proper labeling, and code dates.
• Operate and make minor adjustments to production equipment while reporting malfunctions promptly.
• Handle materials, ingredients, and finished products using hand jacks and safe lifting practices.
• Complete production paperwork accurately and assist with employee training as needed.
• Support production flow by staging materials, preparing work areas for the next shift, and assisting team members across departments.
• Maintain product quality by following specifications, preventing cross-contamination, and ensuring proper product identification.
• Work in a fast-paced environment requiring continuous standing, walking, and lifting up to 50 pounds.

Key Qualifications

• Dependable with strong attention to detail and safety.
• Ability to work independently and follow instructions in a fast-paced production environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Available to work overtime and weekends as needed.
• Capable of standing, walking, and lifting up to 50 lbs throughout the shift.
• Comfortable handling meat products and working in cold-storage environments.
• Ability to inspect products, labels, and code dates for quality and accuracy.

Preferred Experience

• General labor, production, food manufacturing, or warehouse experience.
• Experience in packing, food processing, meat processing, food preparation, or cold storage environments.
• Experience operating basic production equipment and manual hand jacks.
• Knowledge of sanitation, food safety, and quality standards.

Work Environment

• Manufacturing and meat-processing facility with cold and temperature-controlled areas.
• Frequent standing, walking, lifting, bending, crouching, and material handling.
• Exposure to moving machinery, high-noise environments, and refrigerated production areas.
• Team-oriented environment focused on safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Why Work Here?

You will join a clean, modern facility that offers a clear entry point into the food manufacturing industry and the opportunity to grow into other roles over time. The organization emphasizes safety, structure, and adherence to best practices, providing a stable environment for learning and development. As an entry-level role, this position allows you to build valuable skills in production operations, sanitation, and equipment handling, while contributing to a supportive team culture focused on reliability and continuous improvement.

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 $19.00 - $19.00/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 Davenport,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 5, 2026.

About Aerotek

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.