General Production Worker

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Job Title: Production Worker

Location: Santa Cruz, CA

Pay: $17.50 - $18.50/hr Weekly Pay

Shifts:

Day Shift : 6am - 2:30pm Monday to Friday

Swing Shift : 2pm - 10:30pm Monday to Friday

Graveyard : 10pm - 6:30am Monday to Friday

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Production Worker to produce and pack products according to specifications. This role involves following recipes and written instructions, maintaining a clean and sanitary work area, and operating equipment safely and efficiently. As a Production Worker, you will work in a team environment under GMP, Safety, and Company guidelines, identifying potential defects in products and bringing attention to any issues.

Responsibilities

• Produce and pack products to specification.
• Understand and follow recipes and written instructions.
• Maintain work area in a clean and sanitary condition.
• Operate equipment safely and efficiently.
• Work in a team environment under GMP, Safety, and Company guidelines.
• Identify potential defects in products and report issues.
• Perform other related tasks and duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• Experience in production, packaging, and general labor.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment within a food manufacturing facility.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Knowledge of inspection and packing processes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices and safe food handling.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Flexibility to work in various departments and change roles as needed.

Why Work Here?

We offer a competitive benefits package to eligible full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with employer matching contributions, life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more. Employees also receive paid sick leave in accordance with applicable law, providing a supportive environment for your career growth.

Work Environment

The work environment is a big warehouse that is neither too cold nor too hot. It has a fruity smell due to the gummies being produced, and it can be loud depending on the area. The facility is very clean, providing a pleasant working space.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Santa Cruz, California.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/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 Santa Cruz,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 8, 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.