Inspector Packer

Aerotek; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Aerotek in Lancaster, PA, is hiring for an Inspector Packer. You will inspect, count, weigh, and package finished plastics/foam containers at the end of the line, ensuring quality and accurate counts.

The role requires standing for long periods, lifting up to 2025 pounds, and moving between stations in a loud, warm environment. The position is contract-based, onsite in Lancaster, with weekly pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Prior production or packing experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail to identify defects and counts.
• Ability to stand for an entire shift performing repetitive tasks.
• Lift and move up to 2025 pounds repeatedly.
• Reliable attendance to support continuous production.
• Basic computer skills to access job orders and record data.
• Clear written and electronic documentation abilities.
• Comfortable in a loud, warm production environment and wearing PPE.

Responsibilities

• Inspect cups and containers at end of line to meet quality standards.
• Count or weigh products and prepare for packaging.
• Package products into sleeves or bags and seal ends.
• Box and label packaged products following procedures.
• Assemble and prepare extra boxes to support packaging flow.
• Move finished boxes onto skids in neat, stable stacks.
• Operate manual pallet jack to move products as needed.
• Document production info and update counts and deviations.
• Follow safety procedures and wear PPE at all times.
• Move between inspection and packaging stations as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Stand for shift

Heavy lifting

Pallet jack knowledge

Documentation

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Job description

Job Title: Inspector Packer Job Description

The Inspector Packer works at the end of a production line that manufactures plastic and foam cups, clamshell to-go containers, small condiment containers, and related food packaging. This role focuses on carefully inspecting finished products, accurately counting or weighing them, and packaging them according to specifications while maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and productivity.

Responsibilities

• Inspect plastic and foam cups, clamshell containers, small condiment containers, and related food containers at the end of the production line to ensure they meet quality standards.
• Count or weigh products accurately based on specified quantities and prepare them for packaging.
• Package products into plastic sleeves or bags and seal the ends according to established procedures.
• Place packaged products into boxes following specific packaging and labeling requirements.
• Assemble and make boxes as needed to support continuous packaging operations.
• Organize, stack, and load filled boxes onto skids in a neat and stable manner.
• Use a manual pallet jack to move products within the production and staging areas when required.
• Stand at a work table for extended periods while performing repetitive packing and inspection tasks.
• Lift and handle products and boxes weighing up to 2025 pounds on a repetitive basis.
• Document production information both in writing and on a computer, including pulling up job orders, updating numbers packed, and recording any inspection deviations.
• Follow all safety procedures, including the use of required personal protective equipment, and maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Move between multiple inspection and packaging stations as needed to support production flow.

Essential Skills

• Prior production or manufacturing experience preferred, particularly in packing, inspecting, or packaging environments.
• Strong attention to detail to identify defects and ensure accurate counts and weights.
• Ability to stand for an entire shift while performing repetitive tasks at a work table.
• Ability to lift and move 2025 pounds repeatedly throughout the shift.
• Reliable and consistent attendance to support continuous production operations.
• Basic computer skills to pull up jobs and update production and inspection data.
• Ability to document information clearly in both written and electronic formats.
• Comfort working in a loud, warm to hot production environment.
• Willingness to wear required personal protective equipment, including hair net, ear plugs, and safety glasses.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with food-grade packaging or similar products is an asset.
• Familiarity with using a manual pallet jack in a production or warehouse setting.
• Ability to move efficiently between multiple stations and adapt to changing production needs.
• Strong organizational skills to stack, load, and stage finished products safely and efficiently.
• Comfort working around machinery that may generate heat and slight plastic odors.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers a strong entry point into a stable and well-established production environment, providing a great way to get a foot in the door with a solid organization. The role offers a competitive pay rate for an entry-level position, along with the chance to build valuable manufacturing and quality experience. Employees benefit from consistent work, clear processes, and the opportunity to grow their skills in a supportive, safety-focused environment.

Work Environment

The work environment is a busy production facility where machinery runs continuously, creating a loud setting in which hearing protection is required. The area can be warm to hot due to the heat generated by the equipment, and there may be a slight plastic odor present. Team members must wear a hair net, ear plugs, and safety glasses at all times to maintain safety and cleanliness standards. The role requires standing for an entire shift, performing repetitive tasks at a table, lifting up to 2025 pounds frequently, and moving between multiple inspection and packaging stations. Manual pallet jacks are used to move skids and products within the production and staging areas, and employees work closely with others to maintain an efficient and organized workflow.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Lancaster, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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 jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable 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 Lancaster,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 20, 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.