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Job Title: Production Packer

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Production Packer to join our bottling team. This role involves operating packaging equipment, ensuring product quality, and maintaining a safe and efficient work environment. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced setting and is committed to upholding the high standards of our iconic spirits.

Responsibilities

+ Operate industrial packaging equipment including case feeders, bottle feeders, and case packers.

+ Perform basic mechanical troubleshooting and routine maintenance.

+ Inspect products for quality assurance and ensure accurate packing.

+ Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and adhere to safety protocols.

+ Maintain awareness of food safety, environmental, and quality standards.

+ Suggest and support process improvements to enhance efficiency.

+ Lift and move materials up to 50 pounds as needed.

+ Work effectively in loud, wet, and humid environments.

+ Support production during night shifts and overtime as required.

+ Collaborate with team members to meet daily production goals.

+ Communicate safety concerns and production issues clearly.

+ Demonstrate consistent attendance and punctuality.

+ Meet departmental Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

+ Participate in ongoing skill development and training.

Essential Skills

+ Experience with packing, production, and packaging.

+ Industrial equipment operation skills, including case feeders, bottle feeders, and case packers.

+ Basic mechanical troubleshooting and maintenance skills.

+ Strong attention to detail for quality assurance.

+ Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

+ Awareness of food safety, environmental, and quality standards.

+ Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and withstand long periods of standing.

+ Comfortable working in loud, wet, and humid environments.

+ Stamina for night shifts and overtime.

+ Effective team collaboration skills.

+ Clear communication of safety and production issues.

+ Reliable attendance and punctuality.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Prior experience in a bottling or packaging facility is preferred.

+ Associate’s degree or technical certification in manufacturing or mechanics is a plus.

+ Ability to diagnose and resolve equipment issues, including PLC and VFD systems.

+ Familiarity with OSHA, EPA, and food safety regulations.

+ Willingness to work 10-hour shifts, including nights and occasional Fridays.

Why Work Here?

Join a family-oriented company that treats its team members like family, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment. Built on trust, integrity, ethics, and fairness, the company encourages employees to take initiative and focus on results. With a strong emphasis on continuous improvement and measurable outcomes, teamwork and mutual respect are key. Professional development is supported to help employees grow within the organization.

Work Environment

The work environment is fast-paced with high performance expectations. Employees are expected to follow Standard Operating Procedures and safety protocols. Team collaboration is essential to meet production goals. The company promotes a family-oriented culture with values like integrity and fairness. Career growth is possible through training and development programs. Production roles involve physical demands such as long shifts and working in loud or humid conditions.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of New Albany, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.90 - $17.90/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 New Albany,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 15, 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.