Packaging Operator - 1st & 2nd Shift

Aerotek; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

PTO / Paid time off

Onsite close-knit team environment

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Packaging Machine Operator for 1st & 2nd shift in Waukesha, WI. The role involves setting up, operating, and cleaning sleeving and bottling equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality packaging in a food-manufacturing environment.

Candidates should have 1+ years of related machine operation, be able to lift up to 50 lbs, and follow GMP and food safety standards. Contract-to-hire with a competitive pay range and onsite work.

Qualifications

• At least 1+ years of machine operating experience.
• Experience with sleeving, bottling, filling machines.
• Ability to set up machines for production safely and efficiently.
• Experience in a food production or manufacturing setting preferred.
• Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs repeatedly.
• Familiarity with GMP and food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate sleeving and bottling machines according to procedures and requirements.
• Monitor the sleeving process to ensure correct sleeve application.
• Verify date codes are accurate for each production run.
• Communicate quality or machine status concerns to supervisor or Plant Manager.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area per GMP.

Skills

Machine operation

Packaging equipment

Machine setup

GMP familiarity

Physical strength

Job description

Job Title: Packaging Machine Operator 1st & 2nd Shift - 12 Openings!

Pay $20/hr

Job Description:

The Packaging Machine Operator sets up, operates, and cleans sleeving and bottling machines to ensure products are packaged safely, efficiently, and to high quality standards. This role focuses on maintaining proper machine performance, monitoring product quality, and following strict food safety and regulatory guidelines while supporting overall production efficiency across multiple shifts.

Responsibilities

• Operate sleeving and bottling machines in accordance with established procedures and production requirements.
• Monitor the sleeving process to ensure sleeves are applied correctly to bottles and that bottles do not back up on the line.
• Verify that date codes are accurate and correct for each production run.
• Continuously observe bottle and packaging quality and promptly communicate any unacceptable quality issues or machine status concerns to the supervisor or Plant Manager.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

Essential Skills

• At least 1+ years of machine operating experience, preferably in a production or packaging environment.
• Hands-on experience operating packaging machines, sleeving machines, bottling machines, and filling machines.
• Ability to set up machines for production, including adjustments to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality packaging.
• General production experience in a manufacturing or food production setting.
• Ability to perform basic troubleshooting and routine maintenance on production machinery.
• Capability to lift up to 50 lbs safely and repeatedly during the shift.
• Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) in a production or food environment.

Why Work Here?

Employees join a close-knit, family-oriented team of about 60 people where leadership invests in long-term growth and development. The organization actively promotes from within, offering clear opportunities for advancement as skills and experience grow. Team members can earn yearly bonuses based on tenure and contribution, and they benefit from a comprehensive benefits package that supports overall well-being. The culture emphasizes support, recognition, and stability, creating an environment where employees can build a lasting career.

Available schedules include

• 1st shift (4:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m., Monday - Thursday)
• 2nd shift (4pm - 12am, Monday - Friday)
• 2nd shift (2pm - 12am, Monday - Thursday)
• 2nd shift (12pm - 8pm, Monday - Thursday)
• 3rd shift (6pm - 2am, Monday - Friday)

The environment follows strict Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and food safety standards, requiring the use of hair nets, beard nets as applicable, smocks, and steel-toe footwear while on the production floor. Work takes place around active machinery, with a focus on cleanliness, organization, and adherence to safety and sanitation protocols.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Waukesha, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/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 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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Waukesha,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 23, 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.