Packer

Aerotek; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off / PTO

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a Packer for a West Chester, PA facility. The role requires processing, packing, and shipping small orders with same-day deadlines in a fast-paced warehouse.

You will use shipping software to generate labels and stage shipments for carrier pickup, while maintaining a clean and safe packing area. Typical hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday, with on-site work and a fully onsite environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift and handle packages weighing 2–60 pounds and stand for most of the shift.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn shipping software systems.
• Strong attention to detail for accurate packing, labeling, and shipments.
• Efficient time management to meet same-day shipping deadlines.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse while maintaining safety and accuracy.
• Commitment to following safety and operational procedures consistently.

Responsibilities

• Process and pack small package orders (2–60 pounds) safely and efficiently.
• Use FedEx/UPS shipping software to generate labels and complete shipments.
• Load shipments onto carrier trucks following established procedures.
• Ship all orders received before 4:00 PM the same day to meet SLAs.
• Notify leadership of risks to meeting deadlines (volume, staffing, large orders).
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe packing area at all times.
• Support general warehouse tasks including picking and inventory work.

Skills

Lifting 2-60 lbs

Basic computer skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Fast-paced environment

Safety compliance

Tools

Shipping software

FedEx/UPS systems

Job description

Job Title: Packer

Job Description

The Packer safely and efficiently processes, packs, and ships small package orders while meeting same-day shipping deadlines. This role uses shipping software to prepare labels, stages shipments for carrier pickup, and maintains a clean, organized, and safe packing area in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

Responsibilities

• Process and pack small package orders ranging from 2 to 60 pounds in a safe and efficient manner.
• Use shipping software systems for FedEx and UPS to generate shipping labels and complete shipments accurately.
• Load completed shipments onto the appropriate carrier trucks according to established procedures.
• Ensure all orders received before 4:00 PM are shipped the same day to meet service level agreements.
• Immediately notify shipping and warehouse leadership of any risks to meeting shipping deadlines, such as high order volume, staffing shortages, or unusually large orders.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment at all packing stations.
• Follow established safety and operational procedures at all times.
• Support general warehouse activities as needed, including picking and inventory-related tasks.

Essential Skills

• Ability to lift and handle packages weighing between 2 and 60 pounds and stand for most or all of the shift.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to learn and use shipping software systems.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure accurate packing, labeling, and shipment processing.
• Effective time management skills to meet same-day shipping deadlines.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment while maintaining safety and accuracy.
• Commitment to following safety and operational procedures consistently.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with packing, picking, inventory, or production work in a warehouse environment is helpful.
• Comfort working with major carrier systems such as FedEx and UPS is a plus.
• Reliability and punctuality to adhere to scheduled hours and break times.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Why Work Here?

You will join a structured warehouse operation that offers clear expectations, consistent hours, and opportunities to grow your skills in logistics and shipping. After direct hire, you can access benefits that support your long-term stability and well-being. The team-focused culture values safety, reliability, and continuous improvement, providing a solid environment for those who enjoy hands-on, active work and a predictable schedule.

Work Environment

This role follows a Monday through Friday schedule from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with a structured break schedule that includes a morning break, a lunch period starting at either 12:00 PM or 12:40 PM with all staff back by 1:20 PM, and an afternoon break. The warehouse is not temperature controlled, so conditions may vary with the seasons. The position requires standing for most of the shift and handling packages up to 60 pounds. Steel toe boots are required as part of the dress code to support safety in the warehouse environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of West Chester, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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 West Chester,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 8, 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.