Production

Job Description

Job DescriptionJob Title: Production Team Member (Overnight Shift)
Job Description

This role supports a high-volume food production facility by rotating through multiple stations on the production line, including tray cleaning, dough handling, and line operations. The position requires a strong work ethic, the ability to perform heavy lifting, and comfort working in a fast-paced, cold-temperature environment on an overnight schedule. Bilingual candidates are highly preferred, and the role requires adherence to strict safety and food quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Complete all required safety tests and training courses within the first two to three days and demonstrate consistent adherence to safety procedures.
• Rotate through six production areas, including mixing, trays, washer, tracer, crosser, and line, as assigned by leadership.
• Clean and sanitize trays that return dirty from deliveries by sliding them into a prep station where they are soaked, cleaned, and sanitized according to established standards.
• Stack cleaned trays 20–30 high and transport them safely to the placing station for further processing.
• Assist at the placing station where dough is placed into cleaned trays, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Work on the processing line and maintain the required pace, eventually keeping up with a rhythm of approximately 1,000 trays per hour.
• Follow specific standards and performance expectations for each assigned position on the production line.
• Support mixing and batching activities, including learning how dough batches are taken up a lift, placed into a hopper, rounded, and passed through a metal detector.
• Consistently lift up to 50 pounds, using team lifting techniques for heavier items to maintain safety.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and food-safe work area in accordance with GMP and food preparation guidelines.
• Communicate clearly in English, both reading and writing, to follow work instructions, safety procedures, and production documentation.
• Demonstrate reliability by consistently reporting to scheduled shifts, including overnight hours, Sundays, and holidays.
• Collaborate with team members, show respect in all interactions, and contribute to a positive, team-oriented work environment.
• Work overtime as required, typically up to two hours beyond the scheduled shift, with notice provided around the lunch break.
• Adapt to schedule changes with some flexibility, understanding that weekly schedules are posted in advance and regular days off are Tuesday and Friday.

Essential Skills

• At least 1 year of production experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, or general production environment.
• Ability to consistently lift up to 50 pounds and participate in team lifts for heavier items.
• Ability to read and write in English to understand instructions, safety materials, and production documentation.
• Experience with production, warehouse operations, general production, or packaging work.
• Capability to work in a fast-paced environment and keep up with production targets such as 1,000 trays per hour.
• Willingness and ability to work an overnight shift starting around 3:00 AM with some schedule flexibility.
• Willingness to work mandatory overtime, typically up to two additional hours per shift as needed.
• Availability to work Sundays and holidays as part of the regular schedule.
• Commitment to follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and food safety standards.
• Physical stamina to work on your feet for extended periods and handle repetitive tasks.
• Demonstrated reliability, teamwork, and respect for colleagues and workplace rules.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bilingual ability is highly preferred and considered a strong asset.
• Experience in food production, food preparation, or food handling environments.
• Familiarity with tray washing, sanitizing, and handling procedures in a production setting.
• Exposure to batching and mixing processes, including handling dough or similar materials.
• Comfort working in cold and wet environments, including refrigerated and freezer areas.
• Ability to learn complex tasks such as mixing over a training period of approximately three weeks to one month.
• Strong attention to detail to meet quality standards for each production station.
• Positive attitude, adaptability, and willingness to rotate between multiple work areas as needed.

Why Work Here?

You will join a growing organization that offers long-term stability and opportunities to develop your skills in a structured production environment. The company provides strong benefits, including retirement savings support with 401(k) matching, stock plans that allow you to share in the company’s success, comprehensive health plan options, and attractive store discounts. You will work in a culture that values reliability, teamwork, and respect, and you will have the chance to build your expertise across multiple production areas with clear training and support.

Work Environment

This is an on-site production role in a food manufacturing facility with an overnight shift starting around 3:00 AM. Schedules are posted the week before, with regular days off on Tuesday and Friday, and Sunday is a scheduled workday. Overtime is mandatory when required, typically not exceeding two hours per shift, with notice provided around the lunch break. You will work in several temperature-controlled areas, including a main production area at approximately 57&degree;F that can be wet, a tray machine room around 50&degree;F, a dough resting room around 38&degree;F, and a freezer at 0&degree;F where time is limited to no more than about five minutes at a time. The environment follows Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and food safety standards, with a focus on cleanliness, organization, and safe handling of food products and equipment. You will spend most of your time in the primary production and tray machine areas, with less frequent but regular exposure to colder rooms and the freezer as needed for production tasks. The work involves standing, walking, lifting, and repetitive motions throughout the shift in a fast-paced, high-volume setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hayward, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00/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 Hayward,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 19, 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.

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.

Company DescriptionWe 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 in solving 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.

Company Description

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 in solving 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.