Food Production Associate Jobs in Rochester, NY (NOW HIRING)

Are you looking for a hands-on role where your work directly contributes to delivering high-quality food products to customers? We're seeking dependable, detail-oriented Production Associates to join our growing team. In this role, you'll help process, package, and prepare products for shipment while working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Whether you're experienced in manufacturing or looking to build a career in production, this is a great opportunity to develop valuable skills in food processing, machine operation, quality control, and sanitation.

As a Production Associate, you'll play an important role in ensuring products are processed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Inspect fresh and processed products to ensure they meet quality and food safety standards.
• Load products onto processing and packaging equipment accurately and efficiently.
• Place products onto conveyor systems and monitor production flow.
• Pack finished products into boxes according to established specifications.
• Label, seal, and prepare cartons for shipment.
• Lift, move, and organize product trays, racks, and carts throughout the production area.
• Operate production and packaging equipment, including basic machine setup and changeover tasks.
• Assist with equipment cleaning, sanitation, and production line preparation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Monitor product quality throughout production and report any concerns.
• Collaborate with team members, supervisors, maintenance personnel, and other shifts to ensure smooth operations.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to follow written instructions, standard operating procedures, and food safety guidelines.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks while maintaining accuracy and consistency.

Preferred Experience

• Previous experience in manufacturing, food production, warehouse, or general labor environments.
• Experience operating production or packaging machinery.
• Familiarity with food processing, sanitation, or quality assurance practices.

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during shifts.
• Frequent pushing, pulling, reaching, bending, twisting, and carrying.
• Ability to regularly lift up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.

• Gain hands-on experience in food manufacturing and production operations.
• Learn valuable machine operation and quality control skills.
• Work with a supportive team that values safety, communication, and collaboration.
• Build experience with a growing company and explore future advancement opportunities.
• Make a direct impact on delivering quality products to customers every day.

This position is located within a food production facility and may involve exposure to varying temperatures, food allergens, and moderate to high noise levels. Employees work around conveyor systems, processing equipment, and packaging machinery while following strict food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures.

If you're reliable, motivated, and ready to be part of a team that takes pride in producing quality products, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and start building your future in manufacturing and food production.

This is a Contract position based out of West Henrietta, NY.

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in West Henrietta,NY.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 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.