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Packaging Technician - URGENT NEED HIRING IMMEDIATELY - Pay $20.70/hr
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What they do
A Packaging Machine Operator operates and maintains machinery which packages a product or products at a production or manufacturing facility, or a distribution hub.
$40,578 / year median in Pennsylvania
+7% projected growth
Job Description
- Warehouse Worker - Key Responsibilities
- + Package, label, fill, and inspect products according to established quality standards and work instructions.
+ Follow cGMP guidelines, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and workplace safety protocols.
+ Complete production paperwork, documentation, and quality control records accurately.
+ Perform routine quality checks to ensure products meet specifications.
+ Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant work environment.
+ Support daily production and packaging operations to achieve productivity goals.
+ Work independently while also collaborating effectively with team members.
+ Adhere to company policies and regulated manufacturing requirements.
- Required Qualifications
- + High School Diploma or GED required. + Ability to follow written instructions, procedures, and quality standards. + Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy. + Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing or production environment. + Good communication and teamwork skills. + Reliable attendance and strong work ethic. + Ability to work assigned 2nd or 3rd shift schedules.
- Preferred Qualifications
- + Previous experience in manufacturing, packaging, assembly, or production environments. + Experience working in regulated industries following cGMP standards. + Familiarity with quality inspections and production documentation. + Experience meeting productivity and quality metrics. + Ability to adapt to changing production demands and priorities.
- Physical Requirements
- + Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly. + Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift. + Comfortable performing repetitive production and packaging tasks. + Ability to work in refrigerated and freezer environments when required. + Capable of bending, reaching, and handling materials throughout the workday.
- Available Shifts & Pay
- + •2nd
Shift:
- 3:15 PM - 11:15 PM |
- $19.80/hour + Performance Bonus
- + •3rd
Shift:
- 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM |
- $20.70/hour + Performance Bonus
- Why Join Us?
- + Monthly performance bonuses of up to
- $800
- . + Immediate openings on 2nd and 3rd shifts. + Long-term career opportunities with advancement potential. + Comprehensive benefits package and
- 401(k)
- available upon hire. + Additional pay premiums for refrigerated and freezer work. + Ongoing training and development in a stable manufacturing environment. + Opportunity to gain valuable experience in a regulated production setting.
- Work Environment
- + Manufacturing and packaging environment with a strong focus on quality and compliance.
+ Regulated workplace operating under cGMP standards and SOP guidelines.
+ Team-oriented culture focused on safety, productivity, and continuous improvement.
+ Exposure to refrigerated and freezer work areas as needed.
+ Structured shift schedules with opportunities for performance-based earnings and career growth.
- Job Type & Location
- This is a Contract position based out of Allentown, PA.
- Pay and Benefits
- The pay range for this position is $18.
00 - $20.70/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 jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable 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 Allentown,PA.
- Application Deadline
- This position is anticipated to close on Sep 25, 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.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Sick Leave
- 401(k) Plans
- Other Retirement and Savings