Packer

Aerotek; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Benefits package

401(k) plan

Job summary

Aerotek in Northbrook, IL is hiring a Packer to support GMP-compliant production operations on a contract-to-hire basis. The role includes warehouse duties, operating scales and forklifts, and maintaining accurate packing logs.

You will work onsite, lifting up to 50 lbs, following safety guidelines, and collaborating across departments to ensure timely order fulfillment and quality control.

Qualifications

• Experience in warehouse and packing roles.
• Familiarity with GMP and food manufacturing processes.
• Comfortable working around chemicals/food-grade materials.

Responsibilities

• Use computer systems and handle related documentation.
• Lift up to 50 lbs as needed.
• Fill liquids and powders into tanks.
• Use scales to measure liquids accurately according to formulas.
• Weigh out raw materials accurately and according to formulas.
• Operate a forklift to move products around the production floor.
• Demonstrate computer knowledge and handle written compounder materials.
• Select appropriate tanks based on manufacturing requirements and batch size.
• Pick required raw materials from the warehouse according to formulas.
• Scan raw materials with a barcode scanner to ensure lot number and quantity accuracy.
• Stage raw materials and add them to tanks according to work order instructions, possibly using a forklift.
• Fill and pack orders according to sales orders, ensuring accurate weight and using specified sifter screens and labels.
• Follow GMP and safety guidelines and procedures.
• Be open to cross‑training and helping in different departments as needed.

Skills

Warehouse operations

GMP compliance

Scales and measurements

Forklift operation

Labeling and logs

Attention to detail

Respirator use

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Barcode scanning

Job description

Job Title: Packer

Job Description

Join our team as a Packer, where you will play a key role in our production processes.

Responsibilities

• Use computer systems and handle related documentation.
• Lift up to 50 lbs as needed.
• Fill liquids and powders into tanks.
• Use scales to measure liquids accurately according to formulas.
• Weigh out raw materials accurately and according to formulas.
• Operate a forklift to move products around the production floor.
• Demonstrate computer knowledge and handle written compounder materials.
• Select appropriate tanks based on manufacturing requirements and batch size.
• Pick required raw materials from the warehouse according to formulas.
• Scan raw materials with a barcode scanner to ensure lot number and quantity accuracy.
• Stage raw materials and add them to tanks according to work order instructions, possibly using a forklift.
• Fill and pack orders according to sales orders, ensuring accurate weight and using specified sifter screens and labels.
• Follow GMP and safety guidelines and procedures.
• Be open to cross‑training and helping in different departments as needed.

Essential Skills

• Experience in warehouse operations, loading, and packing.
• Ability to work around chemicals and food‑grade materials while adhering to GMP standards.
• Proficiency in using scales, pumps, valves, and air mixers.
• Capability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Experience operating forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Attention to detail, particularly with labeling and packing logs.
• Comfortable wearing a respirator (must be clean‑shaven).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in GMP, food manufacturing, compounding, and material handling.
• Skills in unloading, order picking, packaging, and production.
• Familiarity with cleanroom environments and food manufacturing processes.

Why Work Here?

We value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to address your health and welfare needs, as well as those of your family, both now and in the future. Benefits for eligible employees in the United States include health care plans with medical, dental, and vision coverage, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, short‑term and long‑term disability, various insurances, a 401k with company matching, education savings plans, paid time off, holidays, educational assistance, professional development opportunities, employee discounts, and service recognition.

Work Environment

You will be working in a GMP food environment, ensuring high standards of cleanliness and safety. The role requires wearing appropriate safety gear, including a respirator if needed, and involves handling chemicals and food‑grade materials.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of NORTHBROOK, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $23.00/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 NORTHBROOK,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 29, 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 application 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.