Production Associate Jobs in Kewanee, IL (NOW HIRING)

Job Description

The Harvest Assistant on supports production operations by manually sorting corn in a cleanroom environment, removing defective material, and maintaining a clean and organized work area. This role plays a key part in ensuring product quality and efficient reclaim and packaging processes.

Responsibilities

• Manually sort corn to remove rogue ears, stalks, husk, trash, and other non-conforming material.
• Separate and discard unsuitable product into designated chutes in accordance with production guidelines.
• Place acceptable corn ears onto the reclaim conveyor for rework and further processing.
• Support general production activities, including basic packaging and packing tasks as needed.
• Perform general labor duties to assist with overall harvest and production operations.
• Sweep and clean the work area at the end of the shift to maintain a safe, organized, and sanitary environment.
• Follow cleanroom procedures and standards while handling and sorting product.
• Adhere to all safety and quality policies throughout the shift.

Essential Skills

• Experience with manual sorting tasks in a production or cleanroom environment.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks such as sorting, discarding, and sweeping for the duration of the shift.
• General production experience, including basic packaging and packing activities.
• Capability to work on a conveyor line and handle product efficiently and accurately.
• Strong attention to detail to identify and remove defective or foreign material.
• Reliability in following instructions and adhering to established processes and safety guidelines.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Prior experience in general labor roles within manufacturing or agricultural operations.
• Comfort working in a cleanroom setting with established cleanliness and sanitation protocols.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a production team.
• Willingness to perform physical tasks, including standing, walking, and light lifting throughout the shift.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers steady, full-time hours with consistent scheduling and the chance to be part of a dependable production operation. You will work in a structured environment where safety, cleanliness, and quality are prioritized, and where your contribution directly supports efficient harvest and processing activities. The role provides predictable shifts, regular workdays, and the ability to develop experience in production and cleanroom practices.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Woodhull, IL.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00/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 Woodhull,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 18, 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.