Immediate Hirring For Packaging Operator

Job Description

As a Packaging Operator, you will be responsible for operating all equipment necessary to properly package finished products. This includes loading, unloading, storing, sampling, and transferring raw materials, finished products, and miscellaneous items. You will also maintain equipment through proper lubrication, minor repairs or adjustments, and report all malfunctions and needed repairs. Accurate and complete record-keeping, routine sanitation, and cleaning of plant equipment and facilities are essential duties. You will assist in training new packagers and perform material handling duties in compliance with all applicable OSHA and EPA standards. Effective communication with team members and participation in safety, quality, and productivity improvement projects are also expected.

ResponsibilitiesOperate equipment to package finished products.Load, unload, store, sample, and transfer materials and products.Maintain equipment, perform minor repairs, and report malfunctions.Keep accurate and complete records.Sanitize and clean equipment and facilities regularly.Assist in training new packagers.Perform material handling duties per OSHA and EPA standards.Communicate effectively with team members.Participate in safety, quality, and productivity improvement projects.Perform other duties as assigned.Essential Skills6+ months of manufacturing experience.6+ months of physical labor experience.Ability to lift up to 50lbs.High School diploma or equivalent.Previous packaging experience in pharmaceutical or food manufacturing.Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office and control systems.
Why Work Here?

Our work environment offers a great benefits program for full-time employees, including various employee functions such as cookouts and sports events. There is room for growth into other roles and departments within this growing industry, which recently expanded with a new facility.

Work Environment

The work environment is a clean and well-maintained pharmaceutical manufacturing setting. Temperatures can range from 40 degrees in the winter to 80 degrees in the summer. High cleanliness standards are maintained. The dress code includes jeans, t-shirts, and steel-toe shoes. This is a long-term contract position with potential for direct hire if positions become available. Employees must be clean-shaven in production areas, as beard nets are not permitted.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $26.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Cedar Rapids,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 30, 2025.

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\n About Aerotek:\n\n

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.

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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.

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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.

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