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Job Title: Custom Packaging Associate

Job Description

This temporary Custom Packaging Associate role supports a busy warehouse operation by preparing finished products for shipment, with a strong focus on relabeling and repackaging items for international customers. You will work in the re-pack area to verify product accuracy, adjust labels for different destinations, and ensure pallets are properly prepared for shipping, while collaborating closely with a small, supportive team.

Responsibilities

• Work in the warehouse re-pack area to process finished products that have special packaging and labeling requirements.
• Break down pallets of finished goods and organize boxes for repackaging.
• Move boxes from pallets to work tables safely and efficiently.
• Open boxes and verify that bottles and products match the order, invoice, paperwork, and required labeling for their destination.
• Check that labels, including language and content, are correct for international shipments and update or change labels as needed.
• Relabel bottles and boxes accurately, using strong object and language recognition to ensure correct identification.
• Repack boxes neatly and securely after verification and relabeling.
• Stack, wrap, and stage pallets so they are ready for shipment.
• Use RF scanners to pick, pull, sort, and track products as part of the packaging and shipping process.
• Perform general labor tasks such as loading, palletizing, and sorting products as needed.
• Support first-in, first-out (FIFO) inventory practices when handling products.
• Assist with international shipping preparation, including correct documentation and labeling.
• Operate a forklift if qualified, to move pallets and materials safely within the warehouse.
• Contribute to kitting projects for major customers, including preparing kits for online and retail partners.
• Remain on your feet for extended periods (8–10 hours) and lift heavy items consistently as part of daily tasks.
• Collaborate with a small team, remain flexible, and help wherever needed to support overall warehouse operations.

Essential Skills

• Ability to stand on your feet for 8–10 hours per shift in a warehouse environment.
• Ability to consistently lift up to 50 pounds, including heavy bottles and boxes.
• Ability to safely lift and handle items up to 40 pounds as part of regular duties.
• Strong reading skills and the ability to identify objects accurately for labeling bottles and boxes.
• Experience with loading, pulling, picking, sorting, and palletizing products in a warehouse or similar environment.
• Hands-on experience with packaging, general labor, and labeling tasks.
• Familiarity with RF scanners for tracking inventory and processing orders.
• Understanding of international shipping requirements, particularly for labeling and documentation.
• Knowledge of FIFO (first-in, first-out) inventory handling practices.
• Ability and willingness to operate a forklift, where qualified and permitted.
• Flexibility to assist in different tasks and support team members as operational needs change.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a large warehouse or distribution environment.
• Experience in a re-pack or custom packaging area handling finished goods.
• Background in preparing shipments for international customers, including relabeling for different languages.
• Experience with kitting projects for retail or e-commerce customers.
• Comfort working in small teams and collaborating closely with others.

Why Work Here?

You join a team that values long-term relationships and actively invests in its people, with strong potential for contract-to-permanent conversion. The organization offers comprehensive benefits including 401(k), fully paid employee health coverage, annual bonuses, profit sharing, and access to company stock. You can enjoy a fun, community-focused culture with events such as cornhole tournaments, barbecues, and employee lunches, along with the unique perk of taking home free product without limits.

Work Environment

You will work in a large, room-temperature warehouse alongside a small team of about six people. The role is based in the re-pack area, where you will relabel boxes for international shipments and participate in kitting projects for major customers. The environment is active and fast-paced, with frequent standing, walking, lifting, and handling of products and pallets. You may use RF scanners, pallet wrap, and forklifts as part of daily operations, while working closely with your team to meet shipping and packaging deadlines.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of San Leandro, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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 San Leandro,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 14, 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.

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.