Job Information
Aerotek Production Assistant/Packer 1st Shift in WHEELING, Illinois
Job Title: Packer
Job Description
Responsible for packing varying sizes of flavoring containers from less than a gallon to a few gallons into boxes. Will be required to lift 50 lbs after packing the product and putting containers into boxes to transport. Will occasionally be asked to help out in other departments when needed performing various tasks such as basic cleaning, material handling, or packing; and it is a team based driven workplace.
Responsibilities
Pack completed containers of various sizes into boxes.
Lift and transport boxes weighing up to 50 lbs.
Assist in other departments as needed, including basic cleaning and material handling.
Act quickly and efficiently when given tasks.
Essential Skills
Ability to perform packing, manufacturing, and general labor tasks.
Basic computer skills including data entry and screen navigation.
Ability to perform basic math calculations for packaging boxes.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
6 months of manufacturing experience is beneficial.
Basic computer skills for data entry.
Prove It testing in basic math and reading.
Why Work Here?
Join a family-owned company with a strong teamwork and family atmosphere. Enjoy a dynamic work environment where 42 of the 48 permanent employees started as contractors, highlighting growth and long-term opportunities.
Work Environment
Work in a GMP environment with unique flavoring aromas such as vanilla, cherry, and chocolate. Operate in both warehouse and office settings, in a deadline-intensive and fast-paced environment. Wear steel-toed boots, jeans, and a t-shirt. Stay proactive and engaged to secure a permanent position.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wheeling, IL.
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 Wheeling,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 20, 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.