Temp Assembly Line Packer Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

Job Title: Production Associate

Job Description

This role focuses on manually assembling and packing final products on a high-speed production line in a state-of-the-art packaging facility. You will assemble boxes, bags and instructions, and prepare finished packages for shipment while maintaining strict quality standards and supporting smooth, continuous production. The position requires comfort with repetitive tasks, fast-paced performance expectations, and long shifts on your feet within an assembly line environment.

Responsibilities

• Manually assemble boxes and packaging components, including constructing the physical box and inserting instructions, parts, and bags prior to shipment.
• Work on an assembly line, standing shoulder to shoulder with peers, performing repetitive tasks in a high-speed production environment.
• Rotate through all positions on the assigned production line, including packing, material handling, and end-of-line palletizing, as required.
• Maintain a clean, tidy, and organized work area and keep machines and equipment in good operating condition.
• Perform each position associated with the production line to support continuous operations and minimize unplanned downtime.
• Ensure accurate production reporting for the assigned line, including documenting output, downtime, and performance metrics.
• Meet or exceed standard hourly production results and maintain a constant, crisp performance pace with minimal idle time.
• Handle a continuous flow of boxes, often moving a box into and out of your hands within a few seconds, including making a box in less than 2 seconds.
• Perform line operation reporting tasks such as TPM, 5S, quality assessments, and line release audits.
• Ensure all products meet quality requirements, promptly report any issues or detected failures, and support quality inspections and checks.
• Support changeovers, including line adjustments, material changes, and related setup activities.
• Assist with machine cleaning and basic upkeep as part of routine line maintenance.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with peers, following established values and communication standards to maintain strong teamwork.
• Palletize full boxes at the end of the line, including lifting boxes up to 50 lbs when loading onto pallets.
• Follow all safety, cleanliness, and operational procedures, including adherence to dress code and production floor rules.
• Work a rotating schedule and rotate responsibilities on the line, including periods of standing, sitting, and end-of-line duties

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 2, 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.