Job Description
Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated Warehouse Associate who is comfortable working in confined spaces and at heights. The successful candidate will be responsible for picking up 50 lbs bags off the conveyor line and moving up to 20,000 bags a day. You will palletize them on 2x2 or 4x4 pallets according to specific orders, involving continuous bending, twisting, and turning of the body.
Responsibilities
- Pick up 50 lbs bags from the conveyor line.
- Move up to 20,000 bags daily.
- Palletize bags on 2x2 or 4x4 pallets as per order specifications.
- Engage in continuous physical activities like bending, twisting, and turning.
- Use a two-wheeler to allocate pallets in the warehouse based on shipment order.
- Apply basic math skills such as addition, subtraction, and multiplication to ensure correct order quantities.
- Receive cross-training in bag filler and sealer roles.
- Operate a sit-down forklift once acclimated to the position.
- Comfort with heavy lifting and working in confined spaces.
- Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, and multiplication.
- Self-motivation and ability to work independently.
- 6 months of manufacturing or farming experience.
- Prior experience in feed mill operations is a plus.
- Willingness to train on forklift operation if no prior experience.
Join a company that offers great opportunities for long-term career growth through advancement. Benefit from competitive pay with the possibility of increases to stay competitive in the market, including a pay raise after 60 days.
Work Environment
The position is based in an open warehouse environment, which does have the smell of animal feed. The warehouse can be colder in the winter and warmer in the summer in certain areas due to the shipping bay doors.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mankato, MN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $21.50 - $21.50/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 Mankato,MN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 18, 2025.
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.