Entry Level Production Worker

Aerotek; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attendance bonus

Quarterly bonus

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Packaging Line Worker in Tempe, AZ for a contract-to-hire position. You will stock and sort materials, inspect for quality, seal and package products, and transfer items between work areas.

The role requires standing for long periods, attention to detail, and the ability to work on a fast-paced line. The first shift runs from 5:00 am to 3:30 pm with benefits including medical, dental, vision, and a 401k.

Qualifications

• Experience in warehouse packing and inventory management.
• Attention to detail and ability to monitor for quality.
• Team-oriented with strong communication skills.
• Ability to stand, squat, bend, and lift for extended periods.
• Knowledge of food production processing.
• Experience in cleaning equipment to prevent cross-contamination.
• Ability to work well with others.

Responsibilities

• Stock and sort product and packaging supplies such as film, boxes, lids, bottles, ink, and labels.
• Measure and examine materials and finished products to ensure conformance to established standards.
• Inspect lot numbers, expiration dates, and other specifications before packaging.
• Place materials into containers, cartons, and boxes.
• Seal containers or boxes using hands, fasteners, tape, and hand tools.
• Remove damaged or otherwise inferior materials or packing supplies.
• Transfer materials, supplies, and products between work areas.
• Clean and sterilize the equipment and tools.
• Provide information or indication of problems to management or quality assurance.
• Report to work regularly and on time.
• Perform duties safely and report unsafe conditions or actions.
• Assist in other duties as needed and directed.

Skills

Warehouse packing

Inventory management

Attention to detail

Team communication

Physical stamina

Food production knowledge

Job description

Position Summary

As a Packaging Line Worker, you will be responsible for stocking and sorting product and packaging supplies, measuring and examining materials to ensure they meet established standards, and inspecting specifications before packaging. Your role will involve placing materials into containers, sealing them, and removing any damaged materials. You will also transfer materials between work areas, clean and sterilize equipment, report issues to management, and assist in other duties as needed.

Responsibilities

• Stock and sort product and packaging supplies such as film, boxes, lids, bottles, ink, and labels.
• Measure and examine materials and finished products to ensure conformance to established standards.
• Inspect lot numbers, expiration dates, and other specifications before packaging.
• Place materials into containers, cartons, and boxes.
• Seal containers or boxes using hands, fasteners, tape, and hand tools.
• Remove damaged or otherwise inferior materials or packing supplies.
• Transfer materials, supplies, and products between work areas.
• Clean and sterilize the equipment and tools as specified.
• Provide information or indication of problems to management or quality assurance.
• Report to work regularly and on time.
• Perform duties safely and report unsafe conditions or actions.
• Assist in other duties as needed and directed.

Essential Skills

• Experience in warehouse packing and inventory management.
• Attention to detail and ability to monitor for quality.
• Team-oriented with strong communication skills.
• Ability to stand, squat, bend, and lift for extended periods.
• Problem sensitivity and good judgment.
• Knowledge of food production processing.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in cleaning equipment to prevent cross-contamination.
• Ability to work well with others.

Why Work Here?

• Employees enjoy an attendance bonus where maintaining perfect attendance for two weeks results in a $0.50/hour raise for those weeks.
• We also offer a quarterly bonus tied to the company's success.
• Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, and a 401k plan with a 4% employer match.

Work Environment

The work environment is dynamic and may expose employees to noise and airborne particles, including some allergens. Tasks need to be completed within specific time frames, which may create a sense of time pressure to meet deadlines. The first shift operates from 5:00 am to 3:30 pm.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tempe, AZ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $16.50 - $16.50/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 Tempe, AZ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 20, 2026.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.