Packaging Technician

Packaging Technician/ $18.74/HR

Job Summary

Join a growing manufacturing team as a Packaging Technician , where you'll play a key role in processing, packaging, and preparing glass products for shipment. This position is ideal for individuals with manufacturing or production experience who enjoy hands-on work, operating equipment, and being part of a team-focused environment. Comprehensive training is provided, including opportunities to learn forklift and front-end loader operation.

Responsibilities

• Safely retrieve glass materials from the yard using a front-end loader.

• Monitor production bins and sifters to maintain continuous workflow.

• Verify and package the correct glass bead products according to specifications.

• Accurately fill, seal, and prepare product bags for shipment.

• Stage finished products in designated shipping areas.

• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment.

• Perform visual inspections to ensure product quality and proper fill levels.

• Assist with production, packaging, assembly, and palletizing activities.

• Use hand and power tools safely and effectively.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

• Follow all safety policies and operational procedures.

• Support additional production needs as business demands change.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a manufacturing, production, or industrial environment.

• Experience with packaging, material handling, assembly, or general labor tasks.

• Mechanical aptitude and ability to work around industrial equipment.

• Ability to use hand and power tools safely.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.

• Willingness to learn new equipment and production processes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Forklift experience.

• Front-end loader experience.

• Experience in heavy manufacturing, aggregate, concrete, or industrial production environments.

• Previous quality inspection or production line experience.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Family-oriented and team-focused workplace.

• Stable, long-term career opportunity.

• Paid training on forklifts and front-end loaders.

• Opportunities for advancement and increased responsibility.

• Annual performance reviews and consistent history of pay increases.

• Strong commitment to employee development and workplace safety.

Work Environment

This role is performed in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing facility and involves exposure to varying temperatures throughout the year. Employees regularly work with industrial equipment, glass materials, and production machinery. The position requires standing, walking, lifting, and moving materials throughout the shift.

Schedule

• 10-hour shifts

• Wednesday-Saturday: 5:00 AM - 3:30 PM or

• Sunday-Wednesday: 5:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Build your future with a company that values hard work, safety, and career growth. Apply today!

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of MUSCATINE, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.74 - $18.74/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 job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available 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 MUSCATINE,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 16, 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.