Entry Level Packaging Labeling Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

Job Title: Manual Pack Operator

Job Description

This role focuses on manually assembling and packing products on a high-speed final packaging line in a clean, state-of-the-art production facility. You will assemble boxes, pack brick bags and instructions, perform quality checks, and support line performance to ensure products meet strict quality and efficiency standards. The position involves repetitive, assembly-line work in close collaboration with teammates and requires the ability to work 12-hour shifts on a rotating schedule.

Responsibilities

• Manually assemble boxes and packaging components, including building the physical box and inserting brick bags, instructions, and other materials prior to shipment.
• Work on an assembly line in a shoulder-to-shoulder environment, performing repetitive tasks with a strong focus on speed, accuracy, and consistency.
• Maintain a fast work pace, often handling a box in and out of your hands in just a few seconds, and consistently meet standard hourly production results.
• Ensure you can make a box in less than 2 seconds to support the required line speed and production targets.
• Perform each position associated with the production line as assigned, including packing, material handling, end-of-line work, and palletizing finished boxes.
• Rotate responsibilities on a designated line, including approximately 4 hours of standing, 4 hours of sitting, and time working at the end of the line to palletize materials.
• Lift and load full boxes weighing up to 50 lbs onto pallets safely and efficiently.
• Keep production machines in good condition by supporting basic cleaning tasks and helping maintain a tidy, organized, and safe work area.
• Support changeovers, including assisting with line adjustments, basic machine cleaning, and preparation for new production runs.
• Perform quality inspections and quality checks on products and packaging to ensure they meet defined quality standards.
• Ensure that quality requirements are met by promptly reporting any issues, defects, or detected failures through the appropriate channels.
• Contribute to accurate production reporting for the assigned line, including performance metrics and line operation documentation.
• Complete line operation reporting tasks such as TPM, 5S activities, quality assessments, and line release audits as required.
• Help maintain a constant flow of the production line and avoid unplanned downtime by staying attentive, responsive, and engaged in the work.
• Collaborate closely with peers and maintain excellent communication to support smooth line operations and a positive team environment.
• Work in an environment where performance is consistently measured and monitored, and respond constructively to performance feedback.
• Follow all safety, cleanliness, and operational procedures, including adherence to production, quality, and housekeeping standards.
• Participate in training activities to learn and master the production processes, with the understanding that all new hires start at an entry-level position and progress over time.
• Support inventory-related tasks such as handling materials, loading, and contributing to warehouse inventory activities connected to the production line.
• Demonstrate reliable job tenure and consistent attendance to support building a stable, core production team.

Essential Skills

• 1–2 years of experience in production or manufacturing environments.
• Previous experience performing assembly line or highly repetitive tasks.
• Experience in environments where performance and productivity are measured and tracked.
• Ability to stand and walk continuously for 8–12 hour shifts.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs when loading full boxes onto pallets and lift up to approximately 33 lbs on a consistent basis.
• Ability to make a box in less than 2 seconds while maintaining accuracy and quality.
• Capability to perform continuous grabbing and pinching motions away from the body, as well as frequent bending and squatting.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, high-volume production line environment with minimal downtime.
• Experience with general production, assembly, or mechanical tasks in a manufacturing setting.
• Basic skills in packaging, packing orders, and working on a production line.
• Ability to perform quality inspections and follow defined quality standards.
• Experience with material handling, loading, and warehouse production activities.
• Ability to maintain a clean, organized work area and follow 5S or similar housekeeping principles.
• Strong reliability and job stability, ideally with 1–2 years of tenure in prior roles without unexplained large gaps in employment.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with packaging operations, labeling, and warehouse packing.
• Background in general labor roles that involve repetitive tasks and manual handling.
• Exposure to production reporting tools or methodologies such as TPM, 5S, quality assessments, or line release audits.
• Experience with inventory tasks, including warehouse inventory and loading activities.
• Mechanical aptitude or prior machine operator experience that can be developed further over time.
• Ability to adapt to a structured progression path, starting at entry level and learning specific production processes before advancing.
• Comfort working on a fixed line with limited movement, as opposed to roles that require constant walking around a warehouse.
• Willingness to work a 3-2-2-3 type rotating schedule with 12-hour shifts (for example, 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.).
• Understanding of basic production quality concepts and the importance of reporting defects or issues promptly.
• Readiness to learn and operate within clearly defined performance measures and feedback models.

Why Work Here?

You will join a company that believes only the best is good enough, applying that standard not just to products but to daily operations and employee experience. The organization emphasizes people and their well-being, focusing on safety, training, and a positive impact on the environment and local communities. You will benefit from structured training benchmarks, consistent safety and performance standards, and clear feedback models designed to help you learn, grow, and become part of a core team in a modern, expanding facility. Upward mobility is real, with a defined career path and structured progression in roles, experiences, and pay that can begin as early as three months after hire. After a 90-day contract-to-hire period, you become eligible for a comprehensive benefits program that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, 401(k), health spending accounts, and additional ancillary benefits. You will also have access to an enhanced family care leave program, wellness support, and a vacation program that allows you to accrue 120 hours of vacation per year starting from your hire date. You may be eligible for a performance-based bonus program with a target of up to 10%, aligning your success with the success of the operation.

Work Environment

You will work in a very clean, climate-controlled, state-of-the-art facility that houses packaging operations, warehouse functions, and a training center, with plans for significant future expansion in equipment and square footage. The environment is organized and modern, with a strong focus on safety, cleanliness, and efficiency. The production floor operates in a true assembly line format, where you will work shoulder to shoulder with other team members on a designated line. Shifts are typically 12 hours (for example, 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.) on a 3-2-2-3 type rotating schedule, and roles on the line rotate between standing, sitting, and end-of-line palletizing tasks. The facility includes a canteen or breakroom with food and drink machines, as well as locker rooms with lockers available upon request; if a locker is not available, personal items can be stored on top of the lockers or kept in your car. Cell phones are not allowed on the production floor, and must be stored off the floor. The dress code supports safety and product quality: no jewelry, phones, fake nails, fake lashes, nail polish, or hoodies are permitted while working on the line. The overall atmosphere is performance-driven yet supportive, with clear standards, continuous improvement practices such as 5S and TPM, and a strong emphasis on teamwork and communication.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Colonial Heights, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.15 - $19.15/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 Colonial Heights,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 19, 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.

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.

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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.