Packaging Associate

Job Title: Packaging Associate

Job Description

The Packaging Associate supports custom packaging and crating operations by staging materials, building crates, packaging products, and preparing shipments in a fast-paced warehouse environment. This role involves hands-on work with lumber, plywood, foam, and hardware to assemble custom wood crates and packaging solutions while maintaining high quality and safety standards.

Schedule:

Day Shift: Monday - Thursday, 5:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Swing Shift: Monday - Thursday, 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM

Responsibilities

• Stage and organize packaging materials, including lumber, plywood, foam products, hardware, and shipping supplies.
• Assist with the assembly and construction of custom wood crates and packaging solutions according to specifications.
• Measure, cut, and prepare materials accurately based on work instructions and job requirements.
• Support production teams with packaging, crating, and shipment preparation activities.
• Load, unload, move, and transport materials throughout the facility using appropriate material handling methods and equipment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment at all times.
• Inspect packaging materials and finished products to ensure they meet quality and workmanship standards.
• Follow all safety procedures, company work practices, and production guidelines.

Essential Skills

• Ability to read and accurately use a tape measure.
• Comfort using basic math for calculations and measurements.
• Physical ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials throughout the shift.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and kneel for extended periods in a fast-paced production environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Experience with packaging, production, or general labor in a warehouse or manufacturing setting.
• Ability to perform material handling tasks safely and efficiently.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with packing and material handling in a warehouse or distribution environment.
• Familiarity with pallet jack operation for moving materials.
• Exposure to forklift operation in a production or warehouse setting.
• Experience with inventory, picking, and staging materials.
• Experience in basic assembly or construction work, especially involving wood materials.
• Comfort working with hand tools and basic equipment used in packaging and crating.

Why Work Here?

This role offers a stable 4x10 schedule that provides weekly three-day weekends, giving you more time for life outside of work. You will stay active and engaged in a hands-on environment while learning specialized packaging and crating skills. You will work alongside an experienced team in a fast-paced manufacturing setting that values reliability, craftsmanship, and continuous learning.

Work Environment

The position is based in a fast-paced warehouse and distribution environment that supports custom packaging and crating operations. Team members work both independently and collaboratively to stage materials, build crates, package products, and prepare shipments. The role involves regular lifting, carrying, and moving of materials throughout the facility, as well as frequent standing, walking, bending, and kneeling. You will work with materials such as lumber, plywood, foam, hardware, and various shipping supplies, and may use material handling equipment such as pallet jacks and forklifts, depending on experience and training. The environment emphasizes safety, organization, and adherence to established work practices.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tualatin, OR.

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 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)

This is a fully onsite position in Tualatin,OR.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 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.