Packer Tester

Packer/Tester

Job Description

The Packer/Tester validates tested equipment and carefully packs finished products according to established testing and packaging procedures. This role supports efficient production by ensuring products meet quality, safety, and performance standards before shipment, while handling materials safely and maintaining a clean, orderly workspace.

Responsibilities

• Follow company packing procedures and standards to ensure consistent and accurate packaging of products.
• Lift and move materials weighing 10–15 lbs routinely and up to 50 lbs as needed in a safe and controlled manner.
• Handle inventory with care and strong attention to detail to prevent damage or loss.
• Adhere to all safety programs and OSHA requirements to maintain a safe work environment.
• Follow company safety policies and procedures and actively encourage coworkers to do the same.
• Ensure product orders are packed, labeled, and moved carefully to the appropriate staging or shipping areas.
• Work at different stations as production needs change, including packing, testing, and assembly areas.
• Inspect products for defects or nonconformities before packaging to ensure quality standards are met.
• Package products using appropriate materials and methods to protect items during storage and transport.
• Verify compliance with quality, safety, and production standards, as well as work rules, using purpose-built test equipment.
• Operate purpose-built automatic test equipment and related tools to confirm product functionality and performance.
• Use hand tools and basic electromechanical techniques as needed during testing and packing processes.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, including workstations, tools, and equipment.
• Collaborate with team members in quality, testing, assembly, and warehouse areas to support smooth production flow.

Essential Skills

• At least 1 year of assembler experience, preferably in the electronic or medical device industry.
• Experience with packing and packaging processes in a production or warehouse environment.
• Experience performing electromechanical assembly, including basic wiring and crimping tasks.
• Ability to operate automatic test equipment and follow defined test procedures.
• Proficiency using common hand tools safely and effectively.
• Ability to read and understand assembly instructions and blueprints.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills to follow instructions and document work accurately.
• Good math skills to perform basic measurements, counts, and verifications.
• Strong technical and mechanical aptitude to learn and troubleshoot simple equipment and processes.
• High attention to detail to ensure products meet quality and safety standards.
• Ability and willingness to work as part of a team in a production environment.
• Capability to lift and handle up to 50 lbs as needed while following safe lifting practices.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in an industrial automation, electronics, or medical device manufacturing environment.
• Comfort working with low power telemetry and measurement devices or similar equipment.
• Familiarity with quality, testing, and assembly workflows in a production setting.
• Strong reliability and attendance, with a track record of meeting production schedules.
• Flexibility to work overtime on Saturdays as needed to support production demands.

Why Work Here?

You will join a mellow, supportive production environment that values performance, reliability, and teamwork. The organization offers full medical, dental, and vision benefits, along with 401(k) matching to support your long-term financial well-being. You can also take advantage of sick time and paid time off, promoting a healthy work-life balance. Your strong performance and consistent attendance are recognized and rewarded, giving you the opportunity to grow and develop within a stable and collaborative operation.

Work Environment

The work environment is calm and steady, with a mellow atmosphere that supports focus and productivity. You can choose to sit or stand while working, depending on your comfort and the task at hand. The facility includes production areas with dedicated quality, testing, and assembly departments, as well as warehouse testing stations where products are verified before being packed. The role follows a day shift schedule of approximately 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with the possibility of a 7:00 a.m. start and overtime on Saturdays as needed. You will work with purpose-built test equipment, automatic test systems, hand tools, and standard packing materials in a clean, organized, and safety-focused setting that adheres to OSHA guidelines.

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

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $23.00/hr.

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 Foothill Ranch,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on May 27, 2026.

About Aerotek

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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.