Entry Level Pick Packer Jobs in Chicago, IL (NOW HIRING)

We're looking for a detail-oriented Picker / Material Handler to support our cleanroom kit assembly operations. In this role, you'll use RF scanners and pick sheets to locate, count, and transport materials needed for production. Success in this position requires accuracy, reliability, and the ability to stay active throughout the day in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

• Pick and verify materials using RF scanners and pick sheets.
• Accurately count products and pull the correct quantities, even when order amounts differ from package quantities.
• Load picked materials into totes and place them on conveyor systems for delivery to cleanroom production teams.
• Transport materials safely throughout the warehouse and production areas.
• Follow written work instructions, quality standards, and operating procedures.
• Assist with shipping, receiving, and other warehouse functions as needed.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and report discrepancies when identified.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and compliant with safety standards.
• Partner with assemblers and warehouse team members to ensure materials are available for production schedules.

• Previous experience in a warehouse, distribution, manufacturing, or material handling environment preferred.
• Experience with RF scanners, inventory systems, or order-picking equipment is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to perform accurate counts.
• Ability to stand and walk for an entire shift.
• Ability to lift and move items up to 20 pounds regularly.
• Comfortable working in a team-oriented environment with production deadlines.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and established procedures.

• Picking, packing, shipping, or receiving experience.
• Manufacturing or production experience.
• Cleanroom experience, including gowning and contamination-control practices.
• Medical device, healthcare, or kit assembly experience.

• Work in a clean, organized, and state-of-the-art facility.
• Stable company with consistent growth and long-term career opportunities.
• Clear advancement paths, with many leaders promoted from entry-level roles.
• Supportive culture focused on training, development, and employee success.

This position supports a cleanroom manufacturing operation and requires frequent walking between inventory locations, staging areas, and production lines. Team members use RF scanners, totes, and conveyor systems to keep materials flowing to assembly teams. Employees entering cleanroom areas must follow gowning and appearance guidelines to maintain strict cleanliness and quality standards.

Available Shifts:

• 1st Shift: 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM, Monday-Friday, with every-other-Saturday overtime.
• 2nd Shift: 2:30 PM - 11:00 PM, Monday-Friday, with possible overtime as needed.

This is a great opportunity for candidates who enjoy hands-on work, staying active throughout the day, and being part of a team that plays a critical role in delivering high-quality products.

This is a Permanent position based out of WAUKEGAN, IL.

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $20.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 WAUKEGAN,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 1, 2026.

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.