Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Packer
Job Description

As a packer, you will be responsible for packing kits of various fasteners and small metal parts. You will receive work orders from the Packaging Manager and complete them according to defined requirements. You will be expected to stop work order processing upon identifying any nonconforming conditions. This role involves operating electronic counting scales, heat sealers, and automated packaging machines. You will maintain the integrity of inventory, including recording the final inventory count of packaged parts upon completion of a work order. Additionally, you will be responsible for the general maintenance of the warehouse facility and adhering to workmanship standards and conduct codes.

Responsibilities

• Pack kits of various fasteners and small metal parts.
• Receive and complete work orders as assigned by the Packaging Manager.
• Identify and halt processing for any nonconforming conditions.
• Operate electronic counting scales, heat sealers, and automated packaging machines.
• Maintain inventory integrity and record final inventory count.
• Perform general housekeeping of the packaging area.
• Adhere to workmanship standards and conduct codes.

Essential Skills

• Experience in packing, labeling, and palletizing.
• Proficiency in warehouse operations and kit assembly.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to handle weights up to 60 lbs.
• Capability to stand for 6-8 hours.
• Forklift driving skills.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks for long periods.
• Physically demanding role requiring heavy lifting (50-65 lbs).

Why Work Here?

Join a family-owned company that offers profit sharing, with bonuses paid based on company performance. Enjoy monthly luncheons and arcade games in the break area. The company has recently started receiving business from Caterpillar, promising significant growth in 2023.

Work Environment

You will work in the package department, engaging in manual packing work, auto packing machine work, kitting work, and potentially vertical shipping operations. The work environment is a very clean, climate-controlled general warehouse, where you will work with approximately 15-20 people. The position is for the 1st shift, operating from 7 am to 3:30 pm, with early leave on Fridays during summer hours until Labor Day.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wauconda, Illinois.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $18.00/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 Wauconda,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 1, 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.

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.

Job Tags

Weekly pay, Contract work, Temporary work, Summer work, Work at office, Day shift,

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