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Job Title: Manual Final Pack Operator

Job Description

This role focuses on manually assembling packaging for final products on a high-speed production line. You will build boxes, pack brick bags and instructions, and prepare finished goods for shipment while maintaining strict quality, safety, and cleanliness standards. The position involves repetitive, assembly-line work in a climate-controlled, state-of-the-art facility and requires the ability to perform at a fast pace with minimal downtime.

Responsibilities

• Manually assemble boxes and packaging, including folding and constructing the physical box components.
• Pack final brick bags, instructions, and other components into the packaging prior to shipment.
• Work on an assembly line in close proximity to peers, standing shoulder to shoulder while performing repetitive tasks.
• Rotate through all positions on the assigned production line, including packing, material handling, and end-of-line duties such as palletizing materials.
• Maintain a consistent, fast work pace, often handling a box in and out of your hands within a few seconds.
• Meet the requirement to make a box in less than 2 seconds while maintaining quality and accuracy.
• Lift up to 50 lbs when loading full boxes onto pallets and handle product up to 33 lbs consistently.
• Stand for extended periods (8–12 hours) and follow a rotation that includes 4 hours of standing, 4 hours of sitting, and time working at the end of the line.
• Perform quality checks and inspections to ensure all products meet required quality standards.
• Report any issues or detected failures in compliance with quality expectations and procedures.
• Ensure production reporting for the assigned line, including performance measures and line operation reporting (TPM, 5S, QAs, Line Release Audit, etc.).
• Contribute to the constant flow of the line by avoiding unplanned downtimes and supporting continuous production.
• Accomplish standard hourly production results and adhere to performance metrics.
• Support changeovers, quality inspections, and machine cleaning as needed.
• Keep machines in good condition and maintain a tidy, clean, and organized work area.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with peers, supporting a positive team environment and shared values.
• Work within an environment where performance is measured and documented, and maintain consistent job tenure and reliability.
• Follow all safety, cleanliness, and dress code requirements, including restrictions on personal items and attire on the production floor.

Essential Skills

• 1–2 years of experience in production or manufacturing environments.
• Previous experience performing repetitive assembly line or production line tasks.
• Experience standing for 8–12 hour shifts in prior roles.
• Demonstrated ability to perform quality checks and inspections to maintain product standards.
• Experience with inventory, loading, warehouse inventory, and general production tasks.
• Ability to perform manual assembly and packing work at a fast pace with high accuracy.
• Capability to make a box in less than 2 seconds while maintaining quality.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs when loading full boxes onto pallets and to handle product up to 33 lbs consistently.
• Comfort with continuous standing and walking, turning side-to-side, and frequent grabbing and pinching motions away from the body.
• Ability to bend and squat frequently as part of regular job duties.
• Prior experience in environments where performance is closely measured and tracked.
• Consistent job tenure of approximately 1–2 years per role, demonstrating reliability and stability.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.

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 in Colonial Heights, with plans for a significantly larger facility featuring more equipment and expanded square footage in the future. Shifts run on a 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. schedule with a 3-2-2-3 type rotation, and you will be assigned to a specific production line that rotates responsibilities between standing, sitting, and end-of-line palletizing tasks. The environment is assembly-line focused, with minimal downtime and constant performance measurement, requiring close collaboration with peers in shoulder-to-shoulder workstations. The facility includes a canteen and breakroom with food and drink machines, as well as locker rooms with lockers available upon request; if lockers are not available, personal items can be stored on top of lockers or kept in vehicles. Cell phones are not allowed on the production floor and must remain in vehicles if secure storage is not available. The dress code supports safety and product quality: no jewelry, phones, fake nails, fake lashes, nail polish, or hoodies are permitted on the production floor. You will work in a structured, safety-conscious environment that emphasizes cleanliness, organization, and adherence to 5S and other operational standards.

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 Jul 24, 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.