• Packer (1st Shift)

    Aerotek (Thomasville, PA)


    Job Title: Packer

    Job Description

    We are seeking dedicated Packers to join our team on the 1st shift. This role involves operating in a dynamic food production environment, where you will be responsible for packing products efficiently and ensuring quality control. The position requires you to work collaboratively and independently while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety.

    Responsibilities

    + Count the number of bags that go into each case.

    + Lift boxes onto conveyors.

    + Palatalize boxes onto skids.

    + Spot check seals, weight, code date, and overall appearance of finished packages.

    + Sort used cardboard.

    + Supply packing lines with cartons.

    + Sticker sale-priced items as needed.

    + Inspect finished potato chips for quality.

    + Clean machines, conveyors, chip bins, walls, and floors as needed.

    + Recognize problems with equipment, product, or packaging and immediately report to management.

    Essential Skills

    + Experience in packaging, production, and inventory management.

    + High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED).

    + Three to six months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

    + Ability to effectively communicate with other employees.

    + Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and documents such as rules and procedures.

    + Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide.

    + Strong hand/eye coordination.

    + Ability to perform tasks without direct supervision.

    + Ability to create and maintain cooperation with co-workers.

    + Must be able to read and write.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Capability to work in a fast-paced environment.

    + Attention to detail and commitment to quality control.

    + Teamwork and collaboration skills.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    Join a team that values hard work, quality, and collaboration. Enjoy a supportive work environment that encourages personal growth and development. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for advancement within the company.

     

    Work Environment

     

    This role is based in a food production environment. The 1st shift starts at 6 am, or 5 am during peak seasons. The facility can be hot during summer due to the production process and lack of climate control. We provide a 20-minute paid lunch break. The dress code includes closed-toed shoes and long work pants. The company provides hair nets, safety glasses, gloves, and face masks. Employees must follow GMP guidelines, and there are restrictions on certain personal items such as nail polish and glitter on clothing.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Thomasville, PA.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $19.30/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 Thomasville,PA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Dec 22, 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.