Packaging Operator

As a Packaging Operator, you will assist the Packaging Technician in operating the production line. Your role will include performing various supporting functions such as housekeeping, ensuring component traceability, clearing basic jams on the production line, and feeding the production line with necessary materials. Additionally, you will operate an aerial lift when needed, with certification provided.

• Assist with all supporting functions in operating the production line.
• Follow all applicable waste, scrap reduction, and recycling guidelines.
• Ensure component traceability.
• Clear basic jams on the production line and restart the machine.
• Feed the production line with material as necessary.
• Operate the aerial lift as necessary.

• Experience in packaging, production, labeling, packing, and assembly.
• Ability to stand and walk frequently throughout the shift.
• Capability to lift up to 25lbs frequently.
• Frequent reaching, bending, twisting, and turning in performance of duties.
• Comfortable climbing stairs and crossovers.

• Proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is always required.

Join a dynamic work environment that values safety and efficiency. Benefit from a supportive team and opportunities for skill development, including certification for operating aerial lifts. Experience a workplace that prioritizes recycling and waste reduction.

The work is conducted indoors in a factory/production setting with seasonably normal temperatures. The role requires frequent standing, walking, lifting, reaching, bending, twisting, and turning. Climbing stairs and crossovers is common, and proper use of PPE is always required. The position is for the weekend PM shift, from 7pm to 7:30am, Friday through Sunday.

This is a Permanent position based out of Hillsborough, NJ.

The pay range for this position is $45000.00 - $65000.00/yr.

paid time off 401k healthcare dental vision

This is a fully onsite position in Hillsborough,NJ.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 13, 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.