Job Information
Aerotek Immediate Hirring For General Utility Worker in Davenport, Iowa
Job Title: General Utility Worker
Job Description
The General Utility position is an entry-level production role that encompasses a variety of duties within the production area. This role involves general labor tasks essential to meat processing operations, adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) regulations. Employees are expected to maintain cleanliness and communicate any unsanitary conditions promptly.
Responsibilities
Maintain all production areas in a clean and sanitary condition.
Communicate any issues leading to unsanitary conditions promptly.
Remove product and packing materials from the floor.
Properly dispose of and track inedible products.
Separate and remove trash and recycling from production areas.
Stage production area with empty containers for the following shift.
Assist with preparing and disassembling equipment for operation or sanitation.
Assist with the collection, opening, and reuse of rework, ensuring proper identification of product and line.
Assist in relieving co-workers for breaks and potentially assist in another position.
Accurately complete assigned paperwork.
Assist in training new employees accurately.
Check in with area supervisors for additional tasks before shift end.
Perform visual inspection of cases to ensure proper labeling and legible code dates.
Make necessary adjustments to machinery to facilitate smooth production.
Operate a manual hand jack as needed.
Communicate equipment malfunctions promptly.
Prepare supplies and workstation for the next shift.
Stage ingredients in 50lb containers to maintain product flow.
Arrange meat as instructed per specification.
Comb, hang, transport, and stack product continuously.
Inspect for quality specifications of product on a conveyor belt.
Essential Skills
Dependability and attention to detail.
Ability to follow directions and work under minimal supervision.
Effective and clear communication in a timely manner.
Willingness to work weekends and overtime as needed.
Ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment safely.
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Why Work Here?
This is a new, clean facility offering opportunities for growth into other roles from this entry-level position.
Work Environment
This role operates within a manufacturing environment characterized by exposure to moving mechanical parts, high places, and varying temperatures ranging from cold (30 degrees) to warm areas. The noise level is usually high. The job requires constant standing or walking, use of hands and fingers, reaching, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and effective communication. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.
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 $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 Davenport,IA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 13, 2026.
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.