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Packaging Operator

  • King William, VA, United States

$26.43 USD / hour

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Pay
$26.43 USD / hour
Posting language
English
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Original job description

Packaging Machine Operator (Night Shift) Join a Growing Team Where Reliability, Quality, and Advancement Matter Are you looking for a stable manufacturing career with a company that invests in its employees and promotes from within? We're hiring a Packaging Machine Operator to join our production team on a rotating night shift schedule.In this role, you'll operate and monitor automated packaging equipment, perform quality checks, collect product samples, and help ensure products meet the highest standards. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with manufacturing, production, warehouse, or machine operation experience who wants to build valuable technical skills while working in a clean, climate-controlled facility. What You'll Do

  • Operate and monitor automated packaging equipment to keep production running efficiently
  • Identify and troubleshoot minor equipment issues to minimize downtime
  • Supply packaging materials and support production line operations
  • Conduct routine product sampling and quality checks to ensure products meet specifications
  • Operate testing equipment and accurately record quality results
  • Communicate test results, equipment concerns, and production information with team members
  • Perform basic preventive maintenance, including lubrication, inspections, and minor repairs
  • Enter inventory and production data accurately into company systems
  • Load and unload packaging materials and finished products safely
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-focused work environment
  • Follow quality, safety, and production standards while supporting team goals

What We're Looking For

  • 6 months to 1 year of manufacturing, production, packaging, or warehouse experience preferred
  • Open to motivated entry-level candidates with a strong work ethic and willingness to learn
  • Experience operating production, packaging, or automated equipment is a plus
  • Mechanical aptitude and interest in working with machinery
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures accurately
  • Comfortable performing routine quality inspections and testing procedures
  • Basic computer and data entry skills
  • Reliable attendance and commitment to safety
  • Ability to work a rotating night shift schedule
  • Team-oriented mindset with strong communication skills

Great Backgrounds for This Role

Candidates with experience in any of the following are encouraged to apply:

  • Machine Operator
  • Packaging Operator
  • Production Worker
  • Manufacturing Associate
  • Warehouse Associate
  • Material Handler
  • Assembler
  • Picker/Packer
  • Quality Technician
  • General Laborer

Why You'll Want to Work Here Climate-controlled facility Stable full-time schedule with built-in days off Opportunities for advancement and internal promotions Develop machine operation, troubleshooting, and quality control skills Supportive team environment focused on safety and success Structured training and opportunities to grow your career Modern production equipment and established processes Long-term career potential with a well-established company Schedule Rotating Night Shift

7:00 PM - 7:00 AM

  • 4 nights on, 3 nights off
  • Then 3 nights on, 4 nights off
  • Approximately 48 hours one week and 36 hours the next
  • Enjoy built-in extended breaks throughout the month while maintaining full-time hours

Work Environment You'll work in a clean, climate-controlled manufacturing facility that produces cat litter products. Most of your time will be spent operating packaging equipment and performing quality checks within the production and testing areas. While the facility is well-maintained, some dust is present during production. The role involves light physical activity with minimal lifting, typically around 10 pounds. Build More Than a Job. Build a Career. If you're dependable, detail-oriented, and ready to learn valuable manufacturing and machine operation skills with a company that promotes from within, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your manufacturing career. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of King William, VA. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $26.43 - $26.43/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 position based out of King William, VA. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 9, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in King William,VA.

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.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

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):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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