Packaging Associate

Job Title: Packaging Associate/Material Handler

Job Description

The Packaging Associate / Material Handler plays a key role in supporting manufacturing operations by receiving materials, stocking shelves, preparing kits, packaging products, and helping maintain accurate inventory. This position ensures materials are organized, available for production, and packaged correctly for shipment, while maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient work area.

Responsibilities

• Package parts and finished products for shipment in a careful and consistent manner.

• Receive incoming materials and accurately put them away in the designated storage locations.

• Pick, pack, and stage materials for production to ensure manufacturing schedules are met.

• Count inventory and help maintain accurate inventory records, including part numbers and quantities.

• Perform basic quality checks and promptly report any damaged, incorrect, or missing items.

• Use barcode scanners and basic hand tools to complete daily material handling tasks.

• Assist with material movement throughout the warehouse to support production operations.

• Support kitting of work orders and staging materials so production teams have what they need when they need it.

• Help with inventory control activities such as cycle counting and resolving inventory discrepancies.

• Keep the work area clean, organized, and safe, following established housekeeping and safety procedures.

• Collaborate with production team members and other departments as needed to keep workflow running smoothly.

• Follow written and verbal instructions, standard work procedures, and company policies consistently.

• Handle delicate and expensive products with a high level of care and attention to detail.

Essential Skills

• 6 months to 2 years of experience in manufacturing, warehouse, packaging, or material handling roles.

• 1+ years of material handling experience within a manufacturing environment, supporting production operations, material movement, and inventory management.

• Comfortable using basic hand tools and barcode scanners in daily work.

• Basic computer skills for data entry and working with inventory systems.

• Ability to follow instructions, standard operating procedures, and work processes accurately.

• Capability to lift, move, and organize materials throughout the workday.

• Detail-oriented and dependable, with a strong focus on accuracy and quality.

• Experience using ERP/MRP systems to support inventory and production activities.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience with packaging, shipping, receiving, or inventory processes.

• Experience working in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.

• Experience with inventory control, cycle counting, and maintaining inventory accuracy.

• Experience kitting work orders and staging materials for production.

• Familiarity with keeping work areas clean, organized, and compliant with safety standards.

• Good communication skills and the ability to work cooperatively with team members.

• Strong teamwork skills and willingness to assist others as needed.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers a path from contract to permanent employment and access to a comprehensive, flexible benefits program designed to support employees’ health, financial security, and long-term growth. Eligible full-time employees can participate in medical, prescription, vision, and dental plans, as well as employee assistance and various flexible spending and health savings accounts. The benefits package also includes life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) retirement plan, and tuition reimbursement, supporting both work-life balance and ongoing professional development.

Work Environment

The role follows a Monday through Friday schedule, typically from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Work takes place on a fairly large campus, within a smaller warehouse environment that focuses on supporting production. The materials handled are often delicate and high-value, requiring careful handling and strong attention to detail. The setting is organized and safety-oriented, with an emphasis on maintaining a clean, orderly workspace and using tools such as barcode scanners and ERP/MRP systems to manage inventory and material flow.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Alameda, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $22.00/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 Alameda,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 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.