General Production Laborer

Job Title: General Production LaborerJob DescriptionSupports the production line by operating bulk packaging equipment, maintaining a clean and organized work area, and working closely with production, quality assurance, and mechanical teams to ensure that all finished products meet established quality and safety standards.Responsibilities

• Review production sheets at the start of each shift to determine which machine to run and to follow the established production schedule.
• Set up and adjust date codes and bulk packaging machines according to production requirements.
• Thoroughly clean and sanitize all assigned equipment after use, following established procedures.

Essential Skills

• Previous manufacturing experience of at least 6 months.
• Experience with production, general labor, or general production tasks.
• Ability to operate machines and follow machine operation procedures.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with packing or packaging operations in a food or manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with bulk packaging processes such as matching lids, cups, and foils and monitoring heat tunnels.
• Comfort working with wet floors and using slip-resistant footwear.

Why Work Here?The organization offers opportunities to learn several key areas of production, allowing employees to build skills that can lead to promotions and pay advancement. Team members gain exposure to multiple roles and processes, creating clear pathways for career growth within a structured food production environment. The company values continuous learning, cross-training, and internal advancement, providing a supportive setting for individuals who want to develop long-term careers in manufacturing.Work EnvironmentThis role is based in a food production facility with multiple openings across areas such as bulk operations, batching, pasteurization, production utility, cottage cheese making, electromechanical support, and raw dairy operations. The environment can become warm in certain areas of the building, and floors are often wet due to cleaning and production processes, so slip-resistant shoes are required. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of La Crosse, WI. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $41600.00 - $66560.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.MEDICAL - Health insurance is through Quartz Benefits. Employees have a choice between 3 different deductible options. The program is an HMO which requires employees to receive medical care from an in-network clinic/hospital. Some of those in-network providers include Gundersen Clinics & Hospitals, Vernon Memorial Clinics & Hospitals Scenic Bluffs, Hirsch Clinic, Bland Clinic, etc. UW Health Systems is also included.

NOTE: Mayo/Franciscan Skemp & their affiliate facilities are NOT a network provider.

DENTAL - Coverage is provided through Delta Dental Plans of Wisconsin

VOLUNTARY VISION - Voluntary vision benefits are provided through UNUM (First Look Network)

LIFE & LONG TERM DISABILITY - Life and disability benefits is administered by Reliance Matrix

SHORT TERM DISABILITY - Short Term Disability (STD) benefits are provided by Kansas City Life

WORKSITE BENEFITS - Employees have the opportunity to purchase additional voluntary benefits through UNUM. Accident Insurance, Critical Illness & Hospital programs are available. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of La Crosse, WI. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 17, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in La Crosse,WI.

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.