Packager
- Otsego, MN, United States
$20 to $21 USD / hour
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Job details
- Pay
- $20 to $21 USD / hour
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Job Title: PackagerJob DescriptionThis entry-level warehouse role focuses on packaging and boxing customer orders in a fast-paced distribution environment. You will spend most of your day on your feet preparing products for shipment, labeling boxes, and supporting inventory processes. As you grow in the role, you will receive training on inventory systems, RF scanners, and equipment such as a cherry picker, as well as assist with reworking and repackaging damaged products.Responsibilities
- Package and box customer and client orders that have been pre-picked by another team member, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
- Label boxes clearly and correctly for shipment so orders move efficiently through the distribution process.
- Follow established packaging procedures and quality standards to maintain consistency and minimize errors.
- Assist in the re-work area by unpacking, inspecting, and repackaging damaged or returned products.
- Learn and use inventory systems to track products, confirm quantities, and update order statuses.
- Operate RF scanners to locate, verify, and pick products as you gain experience in the role.
- Prepare work areas by organizing supplies, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring safe, unobstructed pathways.
- Follow all safety policies and procedures, including proper lifting techniques and equipment use.
- Remain on your feet throughout the shift and perform general labor tasks as needed to support warehouse operations.
- Train on and eventually operate a cherry picker and other warehouse equipment, working comfortably at heights when required.
- Collaborate with team members and trainers, ask questions, and apply feedback to continually improve performance.
- Demonstrate attention to detail, reliability, and strong work ethic in daily tasks and interactions.
Essential Skills
- At least 6 months of work experience with references who can speak to your attention to detail, reliability, and work ethic.
- Ability to stand on your feet for the full shift and perform repetitive packaging and labeling tasks.
- Strong attention to detail to ensure orders are packaged accurately and labeled correctly.
- Willingness to learn inventory systems and RF scanners for product picking and tracking.
- Comfort working at heights and openness to learning how to operate a cherry picker.
- Basic warehouse or general labor skills, including safe lifting and handling of products.
- Must have a U.S. High School Diploma or G.E.D.
- Dependable attendance and punctuality to support consistent warehouse operations.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Previous packaging or warehouse experience is preferred but not required.
- Experience with labeling, packing, or general labor in a distribution or production environment is a plus.
- Comfort working in a structured, process-driven environment with one-on-one training.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and adapt to new procedures.
- Positive attitude toward learning new systems, tools, and equipment.
Why Work Here?You will join a company that invests in its employees through profit sharing and generous paid time off, including four weeks of PTO upon hire-on. The organization supports your well-being with a small onsite gym and emphasizes a friendly, supportive culture built around one-on-one training. Safety is a core value, and you can expect a stable, structured environment where you can develop new skills, grow your experience, and build a long-term career in warehousing and distribution.Work EnvironmentYou will work in a large, well-lit, temperature-controlled distribution facility designed for comfort and safety. The environment is friendly and collaborative, with one-on-one training to help you learn processes, inventory systems, RF scanners, and warehouse equipment such as a cherry picker. Safety is the top priority, and you will follow established procedures and guidelines throughout your shift. The standard schedule is 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and you will spend most of your day on your feet performing packaging, labeling, and general warehouse tasks. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Otsego, MN. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $20.00 - $21.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.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) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Otsego, MN. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 23, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Otsego,MN.
About Aerotek
Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.
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.
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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):
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Skills
- Packaging
- Warehouse operations
- Use questioning techniques
- Attention to detail
- Working at heights