Packaging Operator

Job Title: Packaging Operator

1st Shift Monday-Friday 5:30am-2:00pm

$19/hr

Job Description

The Packaging Operator works in a high-volume manufacturing environment to support packaging and production operations for laundry products and vitamin gummies. This role focuses on safely feeding materials into automated equipment, inspecting products and packaging, and maintaining an organized work area while performing frequent lifting and bending. The position requires attention to detail, adherence to safety and quality standards, and the ability to work scheduled shifts that include weekends.

Responsibilities

• Open boxes of product and load plastic bottles into machine hoppers on the laundry packaging line.
• Lift full cases of laundry detergent and related products from one pallet and move them to another pallet to build mixed product display pallets.
• Perform frequent lifting and bending while handling cases of product, ensuring safe body mechanics and adherence to safety guidelines.
• Operate or support automated packaging, filling, and conveyor equipment in both laundry detergent and vitamin gummy production areas.
• Inspect products, bottles, and packaging for defects or inconsistencies and remove any nonconforming items from the line.
• Perform packaging tasks such as packing, labeling, and preparing finished goods for shipment or storage.
• Assist with inventory-related activities, including counting, staging, and tracking materials as needed.
• Follow production schedules and instructions to meet output and quality targets on assigned lines.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, including removing debris, broken packaging, or spilled product from the line.
• Comply with all safety procedures, including proper handling of chemicals, use of personal protective equipment, and adherence to lockout/tagout and equipment safety rules.
• Work effectively as part of a production team, communicating issues such as equipment malfunctions, material shortages, or quality concerns to supervisors or leads.
• Support both laundry detergent and vitamin gummy manufacturing areas as assigned, adapting to different equipment, processes, and cleanliness requirements.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of York, PA.

The pay range for this position is $18.50 - $19.50/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 York,PA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 7, 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.

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.