Packaging Technician

Institute of Packaging Professionals; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Institute of Packaging Professionals is seeking a detail-oriented Packaging Technician to support packaging and production operations in a lab and manufacturing setting in San Diego, CA. The ideal candidate has 1–3 years in manufacturing or assembly and can follow quality and safety procedures.

This onsite contract role runs 5+ months with two shift options. Responsibilities include bottling, labeling, packaging, equipment operation, quality checks, and maintaining production records.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1-3 years of manufacturing or assembly experience.
• Good Documentation Practices and the ability to follow written instructions.
• Basic computer skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs and perform repetitive tasks.
• Ability to work onsite in a fast-paced production environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform bottling, labeling, packaging, and material handling.
• Operate packaging equipment, scales, printers, and labeling systems.
• Inspect products for quality, accuracy, and proper labeling.
• Maintain accurate production records and documentation.
• Organize packaging materials and maintain a clean workspace.
• Follow standard operating procedures and quality guidelines.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Documentation practices

Attention to detail

Basic computer skills

Lift 30 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Due to the nature of the role, only locals are preferred

Job title: Packaging Technician

Location: San Diego, CA 92130

Job Type: Contract

Industry: Medical Device Manufacturing

Pay Rate: $25.00 to $27.00/hour on w2 (Without Benefits)

Contract Duration: 5+ months (Possible extension)

Schedule: M-F; 5am - 1:30pm and M-F; 12:30pm - 9pm

Work Arrangement: 100% Onsite

Application deadline: Oct 30, 2026

Job Overview

• We are seeking a detail-oriented Packaging Technician to support packaging and production operations in a laboratory and manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have manufacturing or assembly experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to follow quality and safety procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform bottling, labeling, packaging, and material handling.
• Operate packaging equipment, scales, printers, and labeling systems.
• Inspect products for quality, accuracy, and proper labeling.
• Maintain accurate production records and documentation.
• Organize packaging materials and maintain a clean workspace.
• Follow standard operating procedures and quality guidelines.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1-3 years of manufacturing or assembly experience.
• Good Documentation Practices and the ability to follow written instructions.
• Basic computer skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs and perform repetitive tasks.
• Ability to work onsite in a fast-paced production environment.

EEOC Compliance

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

DISCLAIMER

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