Packer

Job Title: Packer Job Description

The candidate will be responsible for packing kits of various fasteners and small metal parts. Work orders will be received and completed as assigned by the Packaging Manager according to defined requirements. This role requires the ability to stop work order processing upon identification of any nonconforming condition. Responsibilities include operating electronic counting scales, heat sealers, and automated packaging machines. Maintenance of inventory integrity and recording final inventory counts of packaged parts upon completion of a work order are essential. Additionally, this position involves maintaining the warehouse facility and general housekeeping of the packaging area while adhering to workmanship standards and conduct codes.

Responsibilities

• Pack kits of various fasteners and small metal parts.

• Receive and complete work orders as assigned by the Packaging Manager.

• Stop work order processing upon identification of nonconforming conditions.

• Operate electronic counting scales, heat sealers, and automated packaging machines.

• Maintain inventory integrity and record final inventory counts.

• Maintain warehouse facility and general housekeeping of the packaging area.

• Adhere to workmanship standards and conduct codes.

Essential Skills

• Experience in packing, labeling, and palletizing.

• Proficiency in warehouse operations and kit assembly.

• Ability to handle weight up to 60 lbs.

• Capability to stand for 6-8 hours.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to drive a forklift.

• Experience in lifting heavy items 50-65 lbs.

• Familiarity with packing processes as outlined in company procedures.

• Ability to repeat repetitive tasks for long periods of time.

• Physically demanding role.

Why Work Here?

Join a family-owned company that values positive attitude, ownership, and accountability. Enjoy profit sharing through bonuses paid based on company performance, monthly luncheons, and arcade games in the break area. With new business from Caterpillar, expect growth opportunities in 2023.

Work Environment

This position has one opening on the first shift, with hours from 7am to 3:30pm, and summer hours allowing early leave on Fridays at 2pm until Labor Day. The work environment is a general warehouse, very clean, and climate-controlled, working with about 15-20 people total.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $19.00/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 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 Wauconda,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 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. 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.