Packer

Company: Aerotek
Location: Northbrook
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Title: Packer Job Description We are seeking a dedicated Weekend Packer to join our team on a weekend shift from Friday to Sunday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. You will work 36 hours and get paid for 40 hours. This role involves handling various materials and ensuring accurate packing and weighing processes. Responsibilities Utilize a computer system and manage related documentation. Handle lifting tasks, with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Fill liquids and powders into tanks accurately. Use scales to measure liquids and raw materials precisely according to formulas. Operate a forklift to move products across the production floor, if necessary. Select and scan raw materials using a barcode scanner to ensure accuracy in lot numbers and quantities. Stage and add materials to tanks as per work order manufacturing instructions, which may involve forklift operation. Fill and pack orders in accordance with sales orders, ensuring accurate weight and appropriate labeling. Follow Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and safety guidelines diligently. Remain open to cross-training opportunities and assist in different departments as needed. Essential Skills Warehouse operations, loading, and packing expertise. Experience in cleanroom, general labor, and food production environments. Proficiency in weighing and scale operation. Ability to work around chemicals and food-grade materials following GMP standards. Skill in using scales, pumps, valves, and air mixers. Capability to operate forklifts and pallet jacks. Attention to detail in labeling and packing logs. Comfortable wearing a respirator. Experience in food manufacturing, compounding, material handling, and chemical processes. Additional Skills & Qualifications GMP certification. Experience in cleanroom and food manufacturing environments. Why Work Here? Our company values its employees and demonstrates this through a comprehensive benefits package designed to address the health and welfare needs of you and your family now and for the future. We offer health care plans, health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, disability insurance, life insurance, a 401k plan with company matching, educational savings, paid time off and holidays, educational assistance, professional development opportunities, employee discounts, and service recognition. Work Environment You will work in a GMP food environment, adhering to strict safety and quality standards, while utilizing various technologies and equipment. This role requires comfort with a cleanroom setting and compliance with all relevant manufacturing procedures. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of NORTHBROOK, IL. 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 NORTHBROOK,IL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 20, 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. 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. 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.

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