Packer

Aerotek; Piscataway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Employee discounts

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a Packer in Piscataway, NJ to support packaging operations in a refrigerated food manufacturing setting. The role emphasizes GMP/HACCP compliance, sanitation, traceability, and quality; you will prepare items for shipment and assist on the production line.

Ideal candidates are reliable team players with strong communication, attention to detail, and flexibility to work multiple shifts. Prior experience in packaging or food processing is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in production, packaging in a manufacturing or food processing environment.
• Experience monitoring production and QA/traceability reports.
• Comfort in a cleanroom or controlled environment with strict hygiene.
• Attention to detail when inspecting products and packaging for quality.
• Ability to handle and lift product bars safely.
• Familiarity with packaging, inspection, and inventory staging processes.

Responsibilities

• Follow GMP and HACCP safety procedures and company programs.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work area at all times.
• Operate and monitor packaging machinery per procedures and safety guidelines.
• Report food quality or safety issues to a supervisor promptly.
• Setup, adjust, and change over equipment per production schedules.
• Conduct regular quality checks of packaged goods against standards.
• Monitor production guidelines and specifications consistently.
• Monitor packaging materials and supplies and replenish as needed.
• Report machine failures with type and frequency details.
• Organize inventory, stage packing materials and finished goods.
• Prepare items for shipment, including packing, labeling, and QA traceability.
• Inspect products in a cleanroom or controlled environment for defects.
• Work on a production line to meet daily output and quality targets.
• Clean and maintain workstation and surrounding area per safety standards.

Skills

Team player

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Shift flexibility

Problem solving

Lift 50 lbs

Stand 8 hours

Bilingual

Job description

Job Title: Packer

Job Description

The Packer supports packaging operations in a food manufacturing environment, ensuring all activities comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), HACCP requirements for SQF compliance, sanitation standards, traceability procedures, and quality specifications. This role involves organizing inventory, preparing items for shipment, working collaboratively on a production line, staging packing materials and finished goods, operating packaging equipment, cleaning the workstation, and performing other related tasks as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Follow all safety procedures and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) as outlined in the companys Food Safety and Quality Programs.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work area at all times.
• Operate and monitor packaging machinery in compliance with company procedures and safety guidelines.
• Report any food quality or food safety issues or concerns promptly to a supervisor.
• Perform equipment setup, adjustments, and changeovers according to production schedules and product specifications.
• Conduct regular quality checks of packaged goods to ensure they meet established standards.
• Monitor the production process and follow production guidelines and specifications consistently.
• Monitor packaging materials and supplies and replenish them as needed to keep production running smoothly.
• Report any machine failures, describing clearly the type of failure and its frequency.
• Organize inventory, stage packing materials and finished goods, and ensure production equipment is properly stocked.
• Prepare items for shipment, including packing, labeling, and documenting as required for QA and traceability.
• Inspect products in a cleanroom or controlled environment to identify defects and ensure compliance with quality requirements.
• Work effectively as part of a production line team to meet daily output and quality targets.
• Clean and maintain the workstation and surrounding area in accordance with sanitation and safety standards.

Essential Skills

• Strong team player with the ability to work collaboratively on a production line.
• Good communication skills; ability to clearly report issues and follow verbal and written instructions (bilingual skills are a plus).
• Willingness and ability to learn new tasks and adapt to changing production needs.
• Flexibility with scheduling and the ability to work multiple shifts as required.
• Problem-solving skills to identify issues with equipment, materials, or processes and elevate appropriately.
• Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally (medium work).
• Ability to stand for up to 8 hours and for sustained periods of time.
• Capability to extend hands and arms in any direction and to apply pressure to objects with fingers and palms.
• Ability to perceive sounds at normal speaking levels and receive detailed information through oral communication.
• Visual ability to perform inspections involving small defects and to distinguish colors.
• Ability to express or exchange ideas clearly through spoken word.
• Capability to bend at the waist, legs, and spine to reach and lift products.
• Ability to move about on foot to accomplish tasks, including going up and down stairs.
• Ability to work safely around moving mechanical parts such as conveyors.
• Ability to work in a refrigerated environment at approximately 55 degrees.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in production, general labor, or packing in a manufacturing or food processing environment.
• Experience monitoring production of various product sizes and documenting reports for QA and traceability.
• Comfort working in a cleanroom or controlled environment with strict hygiene standards.
• Attention to detail when inspecting products and packaging for quality and compliance.
• Ability to handle and pick up product bars efficiently and safely.
• Familiarity with basic packaging, inspection, and inventory staging processes.

Why Work Here?

You join a growing organization that invests in its people and provides opportunities for advancement. Team members enjoy appreciation events and a culture that recognizes hard work and contribution. Employees also benefit from complimentary snacks and a supportive environment that encourages learning, skill development, and long-term growth.

Work Environment

This role is based in a food manufacturing facility that follows strict GMP guidelines and food safety standards. The environment is refrigerated and maintained at around 55 degrees, requiring comfort working in cooler temperatures. Employees work around moving mechanical parts such as conveyors and must follow all safety protocols. The facility operates production lines and cleanroom areas where hygiene is critical, and dress code includes no jewelry and no make-up to support product safety and cleanliness. Work is primarily performed on foot, with sustained standing, regular movement around the production area, and the use of stairs as needed.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $17.00/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 & 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)

Job Type & Location

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

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 23, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Piscataway,NJ.

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.

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.