General Laborer

  • Reference icon Reference Number: 5904456
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  • JobType iconJob Type: Temporary
  • domain iconIndustry: Production
  • type iconHours: Full Time

Our client in Ankeny is seeking day shift and night shift General Laborers to join their team. As a General Laborer, you will be part of the production team supporting day-to-day operations. The ideal candidate will have production experience, a strong work ethic, the ability to follow safety and quality expectations, and the stamina to stay focused during a full shift.

Job Title: General Laborer

Location: Ankeny, IA

Pay Range: $18.00 per hour for day shift and $19.00 per hour for night shift

Shift: 7:00am-7:00pm for day shift and 7:00pm-7:00am for night shift on a 2, 2, 3 schedule 

What's the Job?

  • Unload small plastic parts off the machine and keep the workflow moving.
  • Label small bags, place them into bulk packaging, and pack them into boxes.
  • When a box is full, place it onto a pallet and maintain an organized staging area.
  • Lift up to 40 lbs every two hours when placing boxes on the pallet.
  • Stand for the full shift and stay consistent with production pace and accuracy.

What's Needed?

  • Ability to stand for the full 12 hour shift and perform repetitive packing and palletizing tasks.
  • Ability to lift up to 40 lbs every two hours.
  • Comfortable working a 2, 2, 3 schedule
  • Reliable attendance and willingness to follow posted shift schedules 
  • Must not use tobacco products (including cigarettes, chew, or vaping) due to medical product production requirements.

What's in it for me?

  • Temp to Hire opportunity to make sure the position is right for you.
  • Weekly pay.
  • Clear, hands-on work in a production environment where effort directly supports output.
  • Rotating 12-hour schedule with defined shift blocks 
  • Opportunity to build steady experience in manufacturing and packaging operations.

Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:

  • Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
  • Dental Plan
  • Supplemental Life Insurance
  • Short Term Disability Insurance
  • 401(k)

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

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