General Laborer: Starting Asap

Packaging Operator

Shift: All open

$20



Job Description

The Packaging Operator works on a production line to package food flavor products safely, efficiently, and accurately. This role sets up and operates packaging equipment, follows strict sanitation and food safety procedures, and maintains detailed production and quality records while supporting a high-volume manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Pack production batches according to established standards while monitoring equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Set up packaging equipment, transfer materials, and stage supplies and packaging materials in an organized and efficient manner.
• Follow sanitary guidelines, including clean-in-place (CIP) and other cleaning procedures, to maintain a hygienic production environment.
• Record production data and other required information accurately on specified forms and documents.
• Use an RF scanner to consume required materials and accurately report batch quantities.
• Learn and apply food safety concepts and understand their importance in producing safe, high-quality products.
• Observe product quality during packaging and promptly report any food or product quality issues to Shift Leads or Management.
• Perform inspections of packaging, labels, and finished products to ensure they meet quality and regulatory standards.
• Consistently perform assigned duties in a safe manner and follow all company safety policies, including forklift policies and PPE requirements.

Essential Skills

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing or general production environment.
• Prior packaging or packing experience on a production or packaging line.
• GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) experience in a regulated production environment.
• Ability to use an RF scanner to consume materials and track batch quantities accurately.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to complete tasks without errors or defects.
• Ability to perform basic mathematics for counts, measurements, and production reporting.
• Ability to manually lift up to 50 lbs. continuously when necessary.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chicago, IL.

The pay range for this position is $17.40 - $19.14/hr.

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.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in Chicago,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 24, 2026.

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.