Order Packer Jobs in Connecticut (NOW HIRING)

Job Title: Picker and Packer / Material Handler
Job Description

This role combines picker and packer duties with material handling responsibilities in a clean, bright, and well-organized warehouse environment. You accurately select, inspect, and pack customer orders for shipment while also handling, moving, and organizing materials using equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks. You help maintain accurate inventory records, support production and shipping activities, and ensure products move efficiently and safely through the facility.

Responsibilities

• Accurately pick customer orders by working from pick lists and retrieving products from designated storage locations.
• Use RF scanners to locate, scan, and verify items, ensuring that all products match order specifications.
• Inspect products for damages, defects, or incorrect items before packing to maintain quality standards.
• Pack items securely for shipment using pallets, containers, and appropriate packing and wrapping materials.
• Seal, label, and weigh packages accurately to prepare them for shipping.
• Log completed orders in inventory systems to keep inventory data accurate and up to date.
• Report product shortages, inventory discrepancies, or damaged items to supervisors promptly.
• Unload incoming shipments and transport materials to appropriate storage or production areas.
• Load and unload materials and products safely using forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment.
• Stack and organize materials in designated storage locations to maximize warehouse space and maintain order.
• Scan and label materials accurately and record data in inventory systems to support tracking and traceability.
• Inspect incoming shipments for damage and verify contents against purchase orders before accepting materials.
• Pack and stage outgoing products for shipment or transfer according to established procedures.
• Lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds on a daily basis while following safe lifting practices.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area by following housekeeping and safety guidelines.
• Collaborate with team members and follow instructions from supervisors to meet productivity and quality goals.

Essential Skills

• At least 6 months of experience operating forklifts in a warehouse or similar environment.
• At least 6 months of experience working in a warehouse setting.
• Experience with picking and packing orders using pick lists.
• Ability to use RF scanners for locating, scanning, and verifying inventory.
• Proficiency in basic material handling tasks such as loading, unloading, transporting, and stacking materials.
• Experience operating pallet jacks and other common warehouse equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly and perform physically active work throughout the shift.
• Strong attention to detail when inspecting products, verifying orders, and updating inventory records.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately and consistently.
• Reliable work history demonstrating consistency and commitment, without frequent short-term job changes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Positive attitude with a willingness to learn new tasks and processes.
• Friendly and cooperative demeanor that supports a team-oriented environment.
• Coachable mindset and openness to feedback and ongoing training.
• Basic familiarity with packaging, labeling, and shipping practices.
• Comfort working with inventory systems and basic data entry for logging orders and materials.

Why Work Here?

You join a stable warehouse operation that values performance, reliability, and continuous learning. The role offers the opportunity to develop and expand your skills in material handling, order fulfillment, and equipment operation. Performance-based pay increases are available after you transition to a permanent role, allowing you to grow your earnings as you demonstrate your capabilities. The company promotes a supportive, team-focused culture where a positive attitude and coachability are recognized and appreciated, and where overtime opportunities are available on a voluntary basis to support work-life balance.

Work Environment

You work in a clean, bright, and well-lit shop environment designed to support safe and efficient warehouse operations. The facility uses RF scanners, forklifts, pallet jacks, and other standard material handling equipment. Multiple shifts are available, including a first shift from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., a second shift from 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., and a Sunday-based third shift from 11:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. Occasional Saturday overtime may be offered on a voluntary basis. The environment emphasizes organization, safety, and clear processes, providing a structured setting where you can focus on accuracy, productivity, and teamwork.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Farmington, CT.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.90/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 Farmington,CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 28, 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.