Packager - Fast-Paced Food Production | Immediate Start | Growth Potential
Join a high-volume tortilla production team where you'll package finished products, maintain quality standards, and keep the line running smoothly. This role is ideal for individuals who thrive in warm, fast-moving environments and enjoy hands-on work with clear expectations and consistent routines.
What You'll Do
Package finished tortillas accurately at the end of the production line
Verify packaging materials and ensure correct cartons are used throughout the shift
Confirm tortilla counts and notify leads immediately if stacks are off
Place tortillas into bags quickly and neatly as they exit the counter stacker
Stage packages for sealing and confirm sealing equipment is functioning properly
Inspect seals and remove any packages that do not meet quality standards
Verify code dates for accuracy and legibility
Pack cases with the correct number of packages, using inserts when needed
Assemble and label boxes for use on the line
Monitor box printers for clear, accurate printing
Seal and tape boxes securely for shipment
Inspect pallets and remove damaged pallets from use
Stack cartons in the correct configuration with readable expiration codes
Apply bar code labels and verify pallet counts
Wrap pallets and move them to staging or warehouse areas
Maintain supply levels for packaging materials, boxes, pallets, and labels
Remove waste and keep the packing area clean
Report equipment issues to machine operators or leads
Enter production data including counts, codes, and job information
Rotate duties between bagging, boxing, palletizing, and related tasks
Lift up to 50 lbs throughout the shift
Stand for full shift in a fast-paced, hot environment
Follow food safety rules including hygiene and contamination-prevention procedures
Wear required PPE such as gowns, hair nets, beard nets, and hearing protection
Coordinate with leads to maintain smooth production flow
Maintain a clean work area in compliance with facility standards
Essential Skills
6+ months packaging experience in production or manufacturing
Food production experience (bakery strongly preferred)
Ability to work in heat up to 100°F
Lift 50 lbs consistently
Stand for 8 hours in a fast-paced setting
Comfort with computers for data entry
Follow detailed instructions for counts, labels, and code dates
Strict food safety compliance including PPE and no personal items
Comfort working around flour and airborne gluten
Strong attention to detail
Reliable attendance
Preferred Experience
Packaging line experience (bagging, boxing, labeling, palletizing)
High-speed production experience
Inventory verification for counts, labels, and bar codes
Box printer familiarity
Team-oriented communication
Why Work Here
Family-oriented culture with many employees working alongside relatives
Competitive pay with potential for performance-based raises
Rapidly growing company with expansion plans
Free tortillas for employees
Break area remodel planned for improved comfort
Shorts allowed on the production floor for added comfort in warm areas
Work Environment
High-volume tortilla production facility
Hot environment near ovens (up to 100°F)
Airborne flour and gluten present
Fast-paced, physically demanding work
Standing for ~8 hours and lifting up to 50 lbs
Rotation through bagging, boxing, palletizing
Required PPE: gowns, hair nets, beard nets, hearing protection
No jewelry, makeup, nail polish, or similar items allowed
Shorts permitted on the production floor
Two 30-minute breaks (one paid, one unpaid) coordinated with leads
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Eagan, MN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $18.15 - $18.15/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 Eagan,MN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 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.
