Packaging Operator

Aerotek; New Jersey; On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D)

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick)

Job summary

Aerotek in Mahwah, NJ is seeking a Packaging Operator for a first shift contract-to-hire position. The role supports labeling, packaging, and finished goods preparation in a cGMP environment.

Responsibilities include line clearance verification, label printing, documentation, and adherence to regulatory guidelines. Onsite role with comprehensive benefits and a focus on quality, safety, and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Experience in a cGMP environment.
• Hands-on material handling and packaging on a packaging line.
• Proficiency with label printing for final packaging.
• Knowledge of manufacturing and labeling processes in a regulated environment.
• Experience in cleanroom or medical device packaging.
• Familiarity with inspection and quality assurance practices.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Verify line clearance of the packaging area before starting any packaging operation to ensure it is free of previous materials and properly set up.
• Label finished products and bulk finished products according to established procedures and specifications.
• Final package finished products in associated boxes, ensuring correct inclusion of instructions for use and all required labels.
• Complete all documentation related to packaging, labeling, and sterilization accurately, legibly, and in a timely manner.
• Prepare finished products for order fulfillment, ensuring correct quantities, labels, and packaging configurations.
• Perform label printing activities for final packaging of finished products, following approved templates and work instructions.
• Support inspection and quality assurance activities by following cGMP requirements and documenting observations as required.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the packaging and labeling area, including work surfaces, equipment, and materials.
• Follow cleanroom and medical device handling procedures as required by company standards and regulatory guidelines.
• Handle materials, components, and finished goods safely and efficiently, including moving and staging items for packaging.
• Understand and follow the manufacturing and labeling process, including work instructions, standard operating procedures, and cGMP guidelines.

Skills

cGMP experience

Material handling

Label printing

Regulated environment

Cleanroom packaging

Quality assurance

Communication skills

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Packaging Operator

Location: Mahwah, NJ

Shift: First Shift

Pay: $20 hour

The Packaging Technician verifies line clearance, labels and packages finished products, and supports efficient operation of the packaging process in a cGMP environment. This role prepares finished products for order fulfillment, completes documentation for sterilization, and helps maintain high standards of quality, safety, and cleanliness. The position also supports warehousing and logistics activities and contributes to the solid execution of company programs in alignment with company values.

• Verify line clearance of the packaging area before starting any packaging operation to ensure it is free of previous materials and properly set up.
• Label individual finished products and bulk finished products according to established procedures and specifications.
• Final package finished products in associated boxes, ensuring correct inclusion of instructions for use and all required labels.
• Complete all documentation related to packaging, labeling, and sterilization accurately, legibly, and in a timely manner.
• Prepare finished products for order fulfillment, ensuring correct quantities, labels, and packaging configurations.
• Perform label printing activities for final packaging of finished products, following approved templates and work instructions.
• Support inspection and quality assurance activities by following cGMP requirements and documenting observations as required.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the packaging and labeling area, including work surfaces, equipment, and materials.
• Follow cleanroom and medical device handling procedures as required by company standards and regulatory guidelines.
• Handle materials, components, and finished goods safely and efficiently, including moving and staging items for packaging.
• Understand and follow the manufacturing and labeling process, including work instructions, standard operating procedures, and cGMP guidelines.

Essential Skills:

• Experience working in a cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practice) environment.
• Hands on experience with material handling and packaging operations on a packaging line.
• Proficiency in label printing activities for final packaging of finished products.
• Understanding of manufacturing and labeling processes within a regulated environment.
• Experience in cleanroom or medical device packaging or assembly environments.
• Familiarity with inspection and basic quality assurance practices.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mahwah, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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 Mahwah,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 2026.

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