Job Title: 2nd Shift Packer
Job Description
This role focuses on accurately filling, weighing, and packing liquid and powder products in a GMP food manufacturing environment on 2nd shift. You will train on 1st shift for a few weeks, then move to a 2nd shift schedule while working with production equipment, computer systems, and documentation to ensure products meet quality and safety standards. The position requires comfort with frequent overtime, attention to detail, and the ability to work safely around chemicals and food-grade materials.
Responsibilities
Use computer systems to enter, track, and manage production and packing documentation accurately.
Fill liquids and powders into tanks according to work order and manufacturing instructions.
Use scales to obtain precise measurements of liquids and raw materials, following formulas and recipes accurately.
Select the appropriate tank based on manufacturing requirements and batch size.
Pick required raw materials from the raw material warehouse according to the formula and work order.
Scan raw materials using a barcode scanner to verify lot numbers and quantities for accuracy and traceability.
Stage raw materials and add them to tanks in the correct sequence and quantities as outlined in work orders.
Operate forklifts and pallet jacks as needed to move products and materials safely around the production floor.
Fill and pack orders according to sales orders, ensuring accurate weights, correct sifter screens, and proper labels are used.
Handle written compounder materials and maintain accurate labeling and packing logs.
Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and all safety guidelines and procedures at all times.
Work safely around chemicals and food-grade materials, including using pumps, valves, air mixers, and related equipment.
Lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds as part of daily tasks.
Wear required personal protective equipment, including a respirator, and maintain a clean-shaven face to ensure proper fit.
Participate in cross-training and assist in different departments as needed to support production demands.
Support general warehouse activities such as loading, unloading, order picking, material handling, and packaging as required.
Essential Skills
Ability to work 2nd shift (2:00 p.m. - 12:30 a.m., Monday-Thursday) and train on 1st shift (4:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., Monday-Thursday) for a few weeks.
Comfortable working a significant amount of overtime when needed.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
Experience working in a GMP food manufacturing or cleanroom environment.
Ability to work safely around chemicals and food-grade materials in compliance with GMP standards.
Proficiency using scales, pumps, valves, and air mixers in a production or warehouse setting.
Ability to operate forklifts and pallet jacks safely and effectively.
Basic computer skills, including the ability to use computer systems for documentation and handling written compounder materials.
Strong attention to detail, especially for labeling, packing logs, and verifying lot numbers and quantities.
Comfort wearing a respirator and ability to remain clean-shaven to ensure proper respirator fit.
Experience with warehouse activities such as loading, unloading, order picking, material handling, packaging, and production support.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Previous experience in food manufacturing, compounding, or chemical handling environments.
Familiarity with cleanroom practices in a food manufacturing setting.
Experience working under GMP guidelines in production or packaging operations.
Background in packaging, production, or warehouse roles involving order picking and unloading.
Ability to adapt to cross-training and support multiple departments as production needs change.
Why Work Here?
The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, financial security, and professional growth of employees and their families. Eligible employees in the United States have access to medical, dental, and vision coverage with prescription drug benefits, along with Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts. Additional protection is available through short-term and long-term disability, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and life insurance. Employees can build their financial future through a 401(k) plan with company matching and an education savings plan. Work-life balance is supported with paid time off and paid holidays, while career growth is encouraged through educational assistance and professional development opportunities. Employees also benefit from discounts and service recognition programs that acknowledge their contributions over time.
Work Environment
This position is based in a GMP-compliant food manufacturing environment that follows strict cleanliness, safety, and quality standards. You will work primarily on 2nd shift from 2:00 p.m. to 12:30 a.m., Monday through Thursday, after completing a training period on 1st shift from 4:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The role involves frequent overtime, working around chemicals and food-grade materials, and operating equipment such as scales, pumps, valves, air mixers, forklifts, and pallet jacks. The facility emphasizes adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices and safety procedures, including the use of personal protective equipment. A respirator is required for certain tasks, and you must remain clean-shaven to ensure a proper respirator fit. The environment includes typical warehouse and production activities such as loading, unloading, order picking, material handling, and packaging within a controlled, food-safe setting.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of NORTHBROOK, IL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $22.00/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 NORTHBROOK,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 23, 2026.
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.
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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