Packaging Technician

Packaging Technician

Pay: $20.00 - $24.00/hour
Job Overview

We are seeking a Packaging Technician with pharmaceutical packaging experience to support manufacturing and packaging operations. In this hands-on role, you will operate packaging and filling equipment, complete production documentation, and help maintain quality standards throughout the packaging process. This opportunity is ideal for candidates who enjoy working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and take pride in accuracy, quality, and teamwork.


Responsibilities

• Operate vial filling machines, fabrication equipment, and secondary packaging machinery
• Clean, set up, and prepare manufacturing and packaging equipment for production
• Verify calibration stickers are current and equipment is ready for operation
• Complete batch records, logbooks, and production documentation accurately
• Palletize finished products and transport materials as needed
• Track and document equipment downtime accurately
• Communicate quality, component, and machine performance issues to production teams
• Assist with shift-to-shift communication regarding production status and equipment performance

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 3 years of pharmaceutical packaging experience required
• Ability to stand for the majority of the workday
• Ability to lift and move up to 49 pounds
• Ability to work in a manufacturing gowning environment
• Basic reading, writing, verbal communication, and math skills
• Knowledge of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and manufacturing practices

Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Caldwell, NJ.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00/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 Caldwell,NJ.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 29, 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.