Packer

Aerotek; Agawam (MA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision

Retirement plan (401(k))

Life Insurance

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a Picker and Packer for Agawam, MA. You will pick and pack items, weigh and label boxes, and palletize shipments at a daytime packing station. Expect rotation among packing, taping, labeling, and palletizing tasks, with optional use of a packing machine and RF scanners.

Ideal candidates have a basic warehouse background, strong teamwork, reliable English reading/writing, and the ability to pass a safety test. Safety gear is provided, and a clean, organized work area is expected.

Qualifications

• Team-oriented warehouse work environment.
• Basic picking/packing skills and ability to read English instructions.
• Experience with RF scanners and reading packing lists helpful.

Responsibilities

• Pack products into boxes according to packing lists and box sizes.
• Weigh, tape, label and palletize packed boxes for shipment.
• Rotate between packing, taping, labeling and palletizing tasks.
• Operate a packing machine if required and use RF scanners for tracking.
• Follow written work instructions in English and maintain clean work area.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Safety-minded

English reading/writing

Education

High school education or equivalent

Tools

RF scanners

Zip line machine

Job description

Job Title: Picker and Packer

Job Description

This role focuses on accurately picking and packing products in a friendly, team-oriented warehouse environment. You work at a packing station to pack products into boxes according to packing lists and box sizes, then weigh, tape, label, and palletize them for shipment. Throughout the day, you rotate between packing, taping and labeling, and palletizing tasks, providing variety in your work. You may also operate a steady, easy-to-learn packing machine, making any prior machine operating experience beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Pack products into boxes according to the packing list and appropriate box size.
• Work at a designated packing station to organize and prepare orders for shipment.
• Weigh packed boxes to ensure accuracy and compliance with shipping requirements.
• Tape and securely seal boxes to maintain product safety during transport.
• Label boxes correctly with the required shipping and product information.
• Place completed boxes onto pallets in an organized manner for shipment.
• Rotate between packing, taping and labeling, and palletizing tasks throughout the day.
• Use RF scanners or similar devices to pick and track products when required.
• Pick products from storage locations and remove items from a zip line machine or similar equipment as needed.
• Follow written work instructions in English to complete tasks accurately and safely.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area to support efficient warehouse operations.
• Adhere to all safety procedures and pass a safety test after viewing a safety training video.
• Communicate effectively with team members and work well with others to meet daily goals.
• Handle general labor tasks related to warehouse packing and manufacturing support.

Essential Skills

• Ability to work well with others in a team-oriented environment.
• High school education or equivalent.
• Ideally at least 6 months of experience in a warehouse, manufacturing, picking, or packing role.
• Basic picking and packing skills, including handling products and preparing them for shipment.
• Ability to use RF scanners or similar devices for picking and tracking products.
• Good communication skills to coordinate tasks and follow directions.
• Safety-conscious mindset with the ability to follow safety procedures consistently.
• Ability to read and follow written work instructions in English.
• Capability to pass a safety test after watching a safety training video.
• Physical ability to perform general labor tasks such as lifting, moving, and palletizing boxes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Any prior machine operating experience, particularly with packing or production equipment, is beneficial.
• Experience with warehouse packing processes, including packaging and palletizing.
• Comfort working with zip line machines or similar automated product handling equipment.
• Familiarity with general warehouse operations and manufacturing environments.

Why Work Here?

You join a supportive, team-focused workplace that offers long-term employment opportunities and strong benefits. The environment promotes stability, safety, and collaboration, with clear processes and training to help you succeed and grow over time.

Work Environment

The work takes place in a warehouse and manufacturing setting that is described as very nice and team oriented. You primarily work at packing stations and around palletizing areas, using packing equipment, RF scanners, and a steady-type packing machine when required. The position is on first shift, running Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., providing a consistent daytime schedule. Steel-toed boots are required, and eye protection and hearing protection may be needed depending on the specific building and work area; eye and hearing protection are provided. The environment emphasizes safety, clear instructions, and cooperation among team members.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Agawam, MA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/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 jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable 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 Agawam,MA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 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.

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.