Job Title: PackerJob DescriptionThis role involves packaging plastic bottles from automated production lines, performing visual quality inspections, and preparing finished products for shipment in a high-volume manufacturing facility in Addison, IL & Itasca, IL. You will work in a fast-paced environment where accuracy, safety, and consistent productivity are essential, supporting the production of plastic bottles used in food, beverage, healthcare, home, personal care, and other consumer products.Responsibilities
- Pack plastic bottles from automated production lines into boxes and containers with speed and accuracy.
- Perform visual inspections of bottles to identify defects such as cracks, deformities, discoloration, contamination, or other quality issues.
- Remove defective products from the line and report issues in accordance with company quality standards.
- Assemble, label, and prepare boxes and containers for finished goods.
- Monitor production output to ensure counts and packaging requirements are met.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area throughout the shift.
- Stack and palletize finished products for shipment and storage.
- Support general labor tasks in production, packing, material handling, and warehouse operations as needed.
- Assist with loading and unloading materials and products, following safe handling procedures.
- Use basic warehouse tools and equipment, such as RF scanners and pallet jacks, as required.
- Follow written and verbal instructions from supervisors and production leads.
- Adhere to all company safety, quality, and housekeeping standards.
Essential Skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while maintaining productivity standards.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality.
- Ability to perform consistent visual inspections to identify defects and quality issues.
- Capability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately.
- Reliable attendance and punctuality to support continuous production operations.
- Comfort working in a production, warehouse, or general labor setting.
- Willingness to perform repetitive tasks and stand for extended periods during 812 hour shifts.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience in packing, production, or general labor roles in a manufacturing or warehouse environment is helpful.
- Familiarity with warehouse operations such as picking, inventory handling, shipping and receiving, and order picking is an asset.
- Experience with material handling, including loading and unloading products, is beneficial.
- Exposure to operating or working around forklifts, pallet jacks, or similar equipment is a plus.
- Comfort using RF scanners or similar handheld devices in a warehouse or production setting is advantageous.
- Ability to work rotating shifts and different schedules as needed by production demands.
Why Work Here?You will join a global packaging organization that offers a clear path from a 90-day contract-to-hire opportunity into long-term employment, with room for growth and advancement. The company provides pay increases and access to benefits, including a 401(k) plan, supporting your financial and personal well-being. After one year of service, you can explore internal job postings worldwide, opening doors to global career opportunities. The culture emphasizes recognition and appreciation, regularly celebrating team members achievementsboth big and smalland sharing them openly with the broader team.Work EnvironmentThe Addison site is a large, 90,000-square-foot flexible packaging facility focused on plastic extrusion for various foods and consumer products, with a primary product line that includes shampoo, lotion, and cleaning solution bottles in multiple sizes and colors. The site operates 15 extrusion lines and 2 labeling lines, creating a high-volume, fast-paced production environment. Multiple shifts are available, including 12-hour rotating 1st shift (6:15 a.m.6:15 p.m.) for Itasca, 12-hour rotating 2nd shift (6:15 p.m.6:15 a.m. for Itasca, a 2nd shift (2:50 p.m.11:00 p.m., MondayFriday) for Addison, and a 3rd shift (10:50 p.m.7:00 a.m., MondayFriday) for Addison. You will work on or near automated production lines, handling plastic bottles and packaging materials, and may move between production, packing, and general warehouse areas. The environment emphasizes safety, organization, and teamwork, with clear processes in place for quality control, material handling, and housekeeping. Additionally, the Addison warehouse & Itasca warehouse are 10+ minutes away from each other. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Addison, IL. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.50/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 Addison, IL. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 18, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Addison,IL.
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.