**Job Title: Packaging Operator** **Job Description** We are seeking dedicated Packaging Operators to join our team on a contract-to-hire basis. In this role, you will inspect, label, and package raw and finished products within a clean-room environment. Maintaining records according to Good Manufacturing Practices may be required. This position offers opportunities to work on different shifts with competitive pay rates. Weekend work may be mandatory based on production needs. **Responsibilities** + Operate production lines efficiently and maintain change parts and tooling in base condition. + Support setup of production line and equipment, assisting in the setup of automated equipment in packaging areas. + Monitor assigned production lines for performance and resolve operation issues to ensure optimal efficiency. + Perform housekeeping cleans on finishing lines, ensuring a clean and organized environment. + Conduct quality tasks throughout production runs, including challenges, parameters, pulling samples, in-process checks, and accountability. + Troubleshoot minor equipment issues and perform adjustments to improve equipment efficiencies. + Sustain the 5S program of parts and tooling across the floor, ensuring organization and cleanliness. + Escalate safety, quality, technical, and operating issues promptly to appropriate groups, fostering open communication with peers. **Essential Skills** + GED or High School Diploma is required. + Ability to perform repeatable tasks daily. + Proficiency in reading and speaking English. + Desire to work closely with other employees. + Experience with safety, quality, and GMP guidelines. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Experience in operating packaging equipment or similar technical/pharmaceutical experience. + Cleanroom experience is a plus. + Experience in pick or pack operations. + Background in operating systems or programs used on equipment. + Maintenance or technical background with troubleshooting skills. **Why Work Here?** Join a reputable company with top pay rates and non-rotating shifts. There is potential for growth within the company, offering a path to permanent employment. **Work Environment** Candidates will work in a cleanroom warehouse environment, often in close proximity to others. Standing is required throughout the shift, and GMP attire must be worn. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of NORTH CHICAGO, IL. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $19.53 - $21.48/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 NORTH CHICAGO,IL. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Aug 1, 2025. **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.