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Production Worker

Minnesota Jobs, Minneapolis, MN, United States


Production Worker (Day Shift | Forklift | GMP)

Stable company. Union pathway. Real career growth.
We're hiring experienced Production Workers to join a chemical manufacturing and distribution facility supporting industrial, food manufacturing, and pharmaceutical customers. If you have forklift experience, are comfortable working around chemicals, and value safety, stability, and long-term career growth, this is a strong opportunity.
Day shift

Contract-to-union conversion

Long-term career potential & annual raises

What You'll Do
You'll play a key role in day-to-day plant operations, safely handling materials and preparing chemical products for shipment in a regulated environment.
Stage finished products for outbound shipment

Operate a sit-down forklift to load/unload materials and trucks

Perform chemical filling (manual filling and tote filling) per production orders

Accurately label containers to meet GMP and regulatory standards

Clean and prep totes (remove old labels, re-label correctly)

Support general production and material handling tasks

Use a tape measure to verify fills or packaging requirements

Follow written and verbal work instructions carefully

Maintain strict safety and PPE compliance at all times

Rotate into dock coverage as needed (extended hours during rotation)

What We're Looking For (Required)
3+ years of production experience, ideally in a GMP-regulated environment

3+ years of sit-down forklift experience (industrial or warehouse)

Experience working with chemicals or regulated materials

Strong attention to detail with labeling and documentation

Comfortable following structured procedures and safety protocols

Ability to work extended shifts when required

Strong reliability and safety-first mindset

Nice to Have (Not Required)
Chemical manufacturing or chemical distribution experience

Experience in industrial, food, or pharmaceutical environments

Familiarity with GMP documentation and labeling standards

Comfort working in environments with chemical odors (e.g., ammonia, chlorine)

Why This Job Stands Out
Clear contract-to-union pathway with pay increases upon conversion

Annual company-wide raises

Structured career pathing into higher-paying roles

Strong employee retention

many team members stay for years or decades

Competitive benefits supporting long-term stability and growth

This is a place to build a career, not just work a job.
Work Environment & Schedule
Chemical manufacturing and distribution facility

Environment is physical and hands-on, but organized and safety-focused

Chemical odors (ammonia/chlorine) may be present

Full PPE provided (face shields, safety glasses, rubber suits, etc.)

Schedule:

1st Shift: MondayFriday, 7:00 AM

3:30 PM

After training: approximately 1 month every 911 months working 8:00 AM

5:30 PM for dock coverage

Must be able to support up to 10-hour days as needed

Who This Role Is Best For
Experienced forklift operators

Production workers who come from chemical, food, or pharma environments

Candidates seeking stability + union opportunity

Professionals who take safety seriously and want long-term growth

Apply now if you want steady work, real progression, and a team that invests in long-term careers.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Minneapolis, MN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $26.00/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 Minneapolis, MN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 6, 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 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 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.