Packager

Aerotek; De Pere (WI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site physician for families

Quarterly bonuses

Time and a half pay on Saturdays

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a Packager for a fully onsite role in De Pere, WI. The position focuses on product quality checks, packaging, labeling, and operating packaging machines in a cheese manufacturing facility.

The role requires a high school diploma, ability to lift 34 pounds, and proficiency in reading/writing English. Third shift, overtime opportunities, and a strong safety culture are emphasized.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Proficiency in reading and writing English.
• Ability to lift 34 pounds or more.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.
• Experience in packaging or food production is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Monitor product quality on the production line.
• Conduct basic quality checks on products.
• Package products into boxes and ensure proper labeling.
• Operate and maintain packaging and labeling machines.
• Assist in machine setup and minor maintenance repairs.
• Adhere to SQF and GMP standards and use PPE.
• Work in a clean room cheese manufacturing environment.

Skills

Work history 2+ years

Lifting 34+ lbs

Teamwork

Overtime

English reading/writing

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Packager Job Description

As a Packager, you will ensure the quality of products coming down the line, performing essential quality checks. Your role involves packaging products into boxes, moving them through the taping machine, and affixing the correct labels. You will maintain the efficiency of packaging and labeling machines, and may receive training for machine setup and basic maintenance. Major repairs will require assistance from the maintenance department. Adherence to food safety practices, including SQF and GMP standards, is mandatory, along with the use of proper PPE in this food manufacturing facility.

Responsibilities

• Monitor product quality on the production line.

• Conduct basic quality checks on products.

• Package products into boxes and ensure proper labeling.

• Operate and ensure smooth functioning of packaging and labeling machines.

• Assist in machine setup and perform minor maintenance repairs.

• Adhere to food safety practices, including SQF and GMP standards.

• Use proper PPE at all times.

Essential Skills

• Strong work history in previous roles, especially 2+ years at prior companies.

• Ability to lift 34 pounds or more, with at least 6 months of experience.

• Experience working in a team setting for over 6 months.

• Capability to work overtime, with 6 months of experience in such roles.

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Proficiency in reading and writing English.

• Attention to detail.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 6 months of previous manufacturing or production experience.

• 6+ months of experience in food production.

• Previous packaging experience of at least 6 months.

Why Work Here?

Employees enjoy time and a half pay on Saturdays and double time on Sundays, alongside quarterly bonuses. The company offers phenomenal insurance, and an on-site physician is available free of charge for employees' families. The family-oriented culture fosters strong advancement opportunities, both in terms of pay and job titles.

Work Environment

The work environment is a clean room dedicated to cheese manufacturing, maintaining a comfortable temperature year-round. Some areas are louder, and there's a faint cheese or sour milk smell that you will acclimate to over time. The facility is highly automated, requiring a uniform, hairnet, safety glasses, and shoes, all of which are provided. The 3rd shift runs from 9:50 PM to 6 AM starting Monday, across a 7-day schedule with 5 working days. Employees can work any day from Monday to Sunday, with additional pay benefits for weekends.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of De Pere, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.20 - $19.95/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 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 & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of De Pere, WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 16, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in De Pere,WI.

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.

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.

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.

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.