Packing Packaging Jobs in Massachusetts (NOW HIRING)

Job Title: General Production Packer

Job Description

This role focuses on safely and accurately packing finished products at the end of production lines. You will be the final person to handle the product before it ships to customers, ensuring it meets quality standards, is correctly measured when required, and is properly packaged and documented in the system.

Responsibilities

• Work at the end of a production line as the final point of contact for finished products before shipment.
• Remove products from the end of the line and prepare them for packing.
• Perform visual quality inspections to ensure products meet established standards.
• Measure product length, width, and other dimensions for specific items as required.
• Enter simple and accurate data into the computer system to record production and packing details.
• Pack products into boxes in an organized and secure manner for shipping.
• Maintain a steady work pace in a fast-paced production environment.
• Take initiative to assist with other tasks or support team members when production slows.
• Follow safety procedures and guidelines while handling products and equipment.
• Support overall production flow by communicating issues or defects to the appropriate personnel.

Essential Skills

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced production environment.
• Ability to take initiative and stay productive during slower production periods.
• Ability to read and write in English to follow instructions and complete basic documentation.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted on a regular basis.
• Demonstrated experience holding a full-time job and maintaining a consistent work schedule.
• Basic comfort with simple computer data entry tasks.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in production, general labor, packing, packaging, or order packing is beneficial.
• Familiarity with quality inspection processes in a manufacturing or production setting is helpful.
• Comfort working on or around multiple production lines in a high-volume environment.

Why Work Here?

Employees receive access to medical, dental, and vision benefits upon becoming permanent, along with a 401(k) plan to support long-term financial goals. Paid time off starts with one week of vacation as a permanent employee and increases to two weeks after one year of service. The organization supports career growth through annual performance reviews that can lead to pay and position increases, and it shares in its success with semi-annual bonuses based on overall company performance.

Work Environment

This is a production-floor role in a facility operating 20 production lines, each staffed with a packer at the end of the line.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sterling, MA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $16.20 - $22.00/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 Sterling,MA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 6, 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.