Job Title: Warehouse Associate
Job Description
This role supports a high-volume warehouse and production operation by performing packaging, mail sorting, and general labor tasks in a fast-paced environment. The position involves standing for most of the shift, handling repetitive tasks with accuracy, and working as part of a large, collaborative production team. Some openings offer the potential to convert to long-term employment, while others are strictly temporary, with additional opportunities available during the holiday season.
Responsibilities
Perform packaging and production tasks on automatic conveyor lines, ensuring items are packed accurately and efficiently.
Handle mailroom duties, including mail sorting, packing, and preparing materials for distribution.
Use RF scanners to scan, track, and verify products and packages as they move through the production process.
Lift and move packages weighing up to 30 pounds as part of daily warehouse and production activities.
Stand for the majority of the shift while performing repetitive, detail-oriented tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Shadow experienced team members to learn tasks, follow verbal directions carefully, and replicate processes consistently.
Maintain a clean, organized work area and support overall warehouse cleanliness and organization.
Follow all safety guidelines and operational procedures while working on and around conveyor lines.
Demonstrate strong reliability by arriving on time, being prepared for each shift, and completing assigned tasks.
Engage with supervisors and team members, ask questions when needed, and participate actively in on-the-job training.
Support increased production demands during the holiday season, including working additional hours or second shift as needed.
Essential Skills
Ability to lift up to 30 pounds safely and repeatedly throughout the shift.
Comfort working in a repetitive, tedious, and fast-paced production role.
Ability to stand on your feet for the entire shift.
Willingness to work in a warm or hot warehouse environment during the summer months.
Strong reliability, including consistent attendance and arriving on time.
Positive attitude and willingness to stay engaged throughout the shift.
Ability to follow verbal directions accurately and replicate tasks without written instructions.
Willingness to learn through shadowing and hands-on training.
Comfort using RF scanners or willingness to learn basic RF scanning processes.
Ability to work collaboratively with a large production team on a shared production floor.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Openness to working additional hours during the holiday ramp (November-December), including potential second-shift assignments.
Flexibility to support extended hours during peak periods, with some team members working up to 60 hours per week in the holiday season.
Interest in temporary or contract-to-hire opportunities, depending on business needs.
Strong engagement and focus in environments where tasks are not documented in writing and instructions are primarily verbal.
Comfort in a high-volume warehouse and production setting with automatic conveyor lines.
Why Work Here?
You will join a friendly, welcoming team that values inclusion, appreciation, and shared success. The organization regularly provides cold treats and water during hot weather to help keep everyone comfortable. During the holidays, the team enjoys special events such as potlucks and catered food, creating a fun and festive atmosphere. Lunch is provided every Friday for all employees, including contract staff, and contractors receive the same recognition and appreciation as permanent team members. This environment emphasizes teamwork, support, and a sense of community while offering consistent work and opportunities to contribute during busy seasons.
Work Environment
The role is based in a large, well-lit, clean, and organized warehouse and production facility. The production floor uses automatic conveyor lines for all packaging activities and typically has around 80 people working together on first shift. A second shift is added only during the holiday ramp to support increased volume. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with extended hours of 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and additional overtime during November and December, when some employees may work up to 60 hours per week. The environment does not require medical clearances, certifications, or specialized personal protective equipment. The dress code is casual, allowing shorts and t-shirts, and in certain sections of the facility, employees may wear earbuds or headphones while working, as permitted by site guidelines.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Torrington, CT.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/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 Torrington,CT.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 22, 2026.
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.
