Packaging Machine Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Packaging Machine Operator $20.35/hr Shifts OT Available: Monday-Wednesday: 6pm-630am $20.35 Thursday-Saturday: 6am-630pm $20.35

Job Description

The Packaging Machine Operator sets up, operates, and monitors automated packaging line equipment in a regulated manufacturing environment. This role ensures products are packaged accurately, safely, and efficiently while complying with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs). The position also supports equipment troubleshooting, documentation, and continuous improvement activities to maintain high standards of quality and safety.

Responsibilities

• Operate and closely monitor packaging line equipment to ensure consistent, efficient, and safe production.
• Perform inspection of products and packaging components to verify quality and compliance with specifications.
• Carry out hand cartoning or packing, labeling, palletizing, cleanup, and hopper filling as part of the packaging process.
• Assist with line clearances between batches and during changeovers, following cleanup sheet directions and established procedures.
• Support troubleshooting of equipment and process issues by identifying basic mechanical or operational problems and escalating as needed.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and error-free records, including Line Packaging Records (LPR), and ensure all documentation meets cGMP and SOP requirements.
• Follow all production documents, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) during every step of the operation.
• Continuously monitor operations for deviations, quality risks, or mechanical problems and promptly report or escalate issues to appropriate personnel.
• Identify and suggest improvements in safety, product quality, and operational efficiency to support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and adhere to department safety rules and housekeeping standards.
• Attend scheduled trainings and complete all required annual training to stay current with procedures, safety, and compliance requirements.
• Perform duties in other work areas as needed to support overall production goals and team needs.

Essential Skills

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in manufacturing operations or packaging, preferably in a GMP-regulated facility.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to safely disassemble and reassemble equipment as required for operation and basic adjustments.
• Basic reading comprehension skills to follow technical instructions, SOPs, and production documents accurately.
• Basic math skills to perform LPR calculations and other routine production-related calculations.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage diverse tasks while maintaining accuracy and quality.
• Ability to lift materials up to 35 lbs. as needed to support packaging and material handling activities.
• Ability and willingness to wear required personal protective equipment, including white zone gowning and various respirators (½ face, 3M hood, full face, dust mask).

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cincinnati, OH.

The pay range for this position is $18.50 - $18.50/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Cincinnati,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on May 7, 2026.

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.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.

Company Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.