Packager

Aerotek; Minnesota; On-site; USD 19,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek in Minnesota is seeking a Packager to support a climate-controlled metal manufacturing warehouse. You will weigh materials, pack and label orders to customer specs, prepare boxes for shipment, and palletize goods using counting and electronic equipment.

The role offers a quiet environment where you may listen to music and opportunities for structured pay increases within a union framework. Prior packaging/warehouse experience and basic computer use are preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds daily.
• Must be able to read and write English.
• Minimum 1 year in packaging or warehouse.
• Experience with packaging, packing, and labeling processes.
• Operate RF scanners and barcode readers.
• Knowledge of inventory handling in warehouse.
• Ability to work in a metal shop environment.
• Pallet handling with pallet jacks.

Responsibilities

• Pack and label orders according to specs and dispatch reports.
• Verify products match shop orders.
• Follow packaging techniques per order.
• Weigh materials, bag into boxes, and seal.
• Stack boxes on pallets securely.
• Use counting and electronic equipment.
• Log quantities and clock in/out.
• Perform FOD inspections for quality and cleanliness.
• Maintain inventory records during picking, packing, and labeling.
• Use pallet jacks and handling tools safely.
• Follow safety regulations and keep area clean.
• Coordinate with production and warehouse teams for smooth flow.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Lift up to 50 lbs

English literacy

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Reliable & consistent

Team collaboration

Union familiarity

Tools

RF scanners

Barcode readers

Weight scales

Electronic terminals

Pallet jacks

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Packager Job Description

The Packager works in a clean, climate-controlled warehouse area of a metal manufacturing facility, handling finished products as they move out of production. In this role, you weigh materials, pack and label orders according to customer specifications, prepare boxes for shipment, and stack them on pallets using counting and electronic equipment. This position is considered one of the easiest roles in the facility, offers a quiet environment where you may listen to music while working, and provides a clear path to structured pay increases through a union framework.

Responsibilities

• Accurately pack customer orders according to specifications, due dates, and dispatch reports.
• Verify that products match the correct shop orders before packing.
• Follow special packaging techniques and procedures as required by each order.
• Weigh materials and place them into bags, then pack the bags into boxes and tape boxes securely.
• Stack packed boxes on pallets in an organized and stable manner.
• Operate counting and electronic equipment, including weight scales, bar code readers, computer terminals, RF scanners, and other electronic devices.
• Accurately clock into and out of operations and log quantities as work is performed.
• Perform Foreign Object Debris/Damage (FOD) inspections to ensure product quality and cleanliness.
• Maintain accurate inventory records while picking, packing, and labeling products.
• Use pallet jacks and other basic material handling tools safely and effectively.
• Comply with all safety regulations and maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free workplace.
• Collaborate with production and warehouse teams to ensure smooth product flow from the metal shop environment to finished goods storage.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support warehouse and packaging operations.

Essential Skills

• Ability to consistently lift up to 50 pounds throughout the workday.
• Ability to speak, read, and write in English to follow work instructions and document activities.
• Basic computer proficiency for using terminals and logging work data.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a packaging or warehouse environment.
• Experience with packaging, packing, and labeling processes.
• Familiarity with inventory handling in a warehouse or production setting.
• Ability to operate RF scanners and bar code readers for tracking and inventory.
• Comfort working in a metal shop environment with warehouse operations.
• Ability to safely use pallet jacks and basic material handling equipment.
• Strong attention to detail to verify product accuracy and follow special packaging techniques.
• Commitment to following safety regulations and maintaining a clean work area.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in a unionized production or warehouse environment.
• Prior exposure to punch press or metal manufacturing operations, even if working primarily in the warehouse.
• Experience performing quality checks, such as Foreign Object Debris/Damage (FOD) inspections.
• Ability to work independently in a quiet environment while maintaining productivity.
• Reliability and consistency in meeting packing and shipping deadlines.
• Comfort using various electronic devices and counting equipment in daily tasks.

Why Work Here?

Employees enjoy long-term stability, with many team members on the production floor having an average tenure of 17 years and starting as temporary workers before being hired directly. The company operates under a long-standing union structure, providing predictable, structured percentage raises each year and a clear progression in pay over time. Team members benefit from a comprehensive benefits package that includes a 401(k) with company matching, health insurance, life insurance, an employee assistance program, and generous paid time off that begins at 2 weeks and can grow to 5 weeks based on tenure. The organization invests regularly in expanding its business every few years through new machines and production spaces, creating ongoing opportunities for growth and stability. The culture emphasizes appreciation and community, with holiday presents, holiday parties, pizza events, and other celebrations that recognize employees' contributions, all within a family-owned environment that values loyalty, respect, and work-life balance.

Work Environment

The role is based in a climate-controlled, exceptionally clean warehouse area within a punch press metal manufacturing facility. The workspace is quiet, and employees may listen to music while working, contributing to a relaxed and f